After Tornadoes Struck – Powerless Without Power
I reached over to grab my phone, plugged to the charger because surely, the power must have been restored at one point during the night.
Monthly Archives: September, 2018
The Day a Tornado (Or Two) Hit Ottawa
There are events you know you will recall vividly years later—what you were doing, where you were, how you dealt with the situation.
How NOT to Switch Cellphone Provider
At 7:01 p.m., the line went dead and I started swearing in both official languages.
8 People Every Immigrant Should Have on Speed Dial
You’re leaving your family and your friends behind to start a new life in a…
Licking My Wounds
Maybe it’s not too late to pick up another harmless activity—knitting? Rock climbing? Blogg—oh, never mind.
The most amazing architecture in Canada
Canada is home to some of the world’s most eye-catching sights, both natural and manmade,…
Tips for Renting Out Your Home While You Travel
As a travel addict, you’re always thinking of your next trip. These thoughts are always…
And This Is How Grade 1 Started (With the First “WTF Moment” Of the Year)
I check the lunch box to see if Mark enjoyed his “nutrition break”—no kidding, that’s how the school calls it (classes are “instructional blocks”). There are a couple of flyers inside.
The Slightly Unusual Things a French Brings Back From France
Since I have room in my bag after gifting what I bring from Canada—typically clothes, sweets, maple syrup and a few North American goodies—I do a bit of shopping in France.
Are We There Yet?
I feel pleasantly numb and it makes me smile. My evil plan worked—a four-hour night’s sleep to disconnect from reality. Take that, stupid brain!