This is not really about race. This is more about being Anglophone.I'm quite accustomed to being one of the only people of colour in and about my daily life. For years and years, now... in fact, it would be weird to be any different than this. I am perfectly comfortable.And being as I live in a … [Read more...]
words for Wednesday-leaving the party when you are having fun
"not wanting to leave home" my best friend's oldest being pulled by her sister, reluctantly en route to first year Uni "Leave the party when you are still having fun" Some teenagers drive you totally crazy the year or months before they leave you- nature's way of helping you show them the … [Read more...]
From the Boardroom to the Red Carpet: Tips from a Stylist
I walked into her "closet" and I just wanted to TRY EVERYTHING ON. This is Erin Nadler's domain. She's the founder of BetterStyled -- a stylist who has been featured on Canada AM, Chatelaine, as well as countless other media. She's the wardrobe consultant to some of Bay Street's … [Read more...]
On Crappy Customer Service and Other Dealings With Humans.
One of my pet peeves is bad service. Be it in restaurants or hotels or shops... I just don't like it. I know I'm not alone here - no one does.And let me assure you - in my lifetime, I've been on the other end. I've walked a mile in the other person's shoes. I've been a waitress. I've worked in … [Read more...]
Where Were You?
I'm watching the news (late meeting) and up pops the stat that fifteen years ago Lady Di died. Whoa. Cue tears. I loved Lady Diana. And thinking about her dying brings such a wash of emotion and memories. When I heard the news I was at a hostel in Greece. The Pink Palace. Ever been? I was … [Read more...]
Lost Soles.
Two weeks ago, while in the midst of hosting houseguests and getting prepared to head to the cottage the following week, I suddenly realised I had nothing for Martin's upcoming birthday (which we were to celebrate while away) so I ran downtown to forage for some kind of gift.And while I was out, I … [Read more...]
Cashing In.
I am a rewards collector. For years I resisted but once I started I dove right in. The problem is that I hardly ever redeem my points because it just doesn't seem worthwhile. I still have to pay taxes and fees on flights, the big ticket items are out of reach and the smaller things, although … [Read more...]
Your Style Council – Getting Started
I'm trying a new angle here, based on a request that came from an online friend (I've met just once before) called Julie, when she mentioned on Facebook how she wanted someone to go shopping with her to get her fall wardrobe together, and on a budget. Hmmm... Earlier this summer, one of my … [Read more...]
FotoFriday – Gulliver
This is how he swims. And sometimes he just hangs around the house like this. True story. Only those of of you who have seen Gulliver's Travels (Jack Black edition) will understand Cuyler's homage to it. … [Read more...]
Letter to 10-year old Hud
August 20, 2012 Hud, I sometimes have no idea who you are and no idea how to talk to you. I feel I crowd you with both my physical stature and my desire to be close to you, to know you all the time. You are a brooding young man who feels the pressure of a father who relies on sarcasm and … [Read more...]
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