Life My Own Way

How do you even begin to talk about the hard things? The subjects that feel so intensely personal, so far outside your own direct experience,…

It just hits you, doesn’t it? This stark, unyielding truth: death sucks. It’s a full-stop, a finality that slams down with the force of a…

If you’re looking for a great place for a weekend or short getaway, consider visiting Flores Island in Guatemala. Depending on where you live, it…

Tawow sikwan! Welcome, spring! This past week marked the first day of the season, and though I know there isn’t a magic switch that instantly…

I know that in my title, I’m already opening a can of worms, but this has been weighing on me, so I’m doing it anyway.…

I recently went to a Reiki session. For those unfamiliar, Reiki is a Japanese healing technique that uses gentle touch to promote relaxation and well-being.…

A couple of weeks ago, while I was in the Fort McMurray airport, I found myself in the bathroom washing my hands. As I finished…

Nature doesn’t fear the change of seasons. It understands that we need to rest so we can grow. The trees don’t resist the falling of…

Over 30 years ago, I moved to a small town nestled in the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains. Never in my wildest dreams did…

Looking for an adventure? Check out Fort Chipewyan! Don’t know where that is? It’s time to find out. Working in the tourism sector has given…