I thought I’d jump on the end-of-year bandwagon and share a few of my favourite artists and songs from the past year. There were a lot of highlights, both from my own festival and others that I attended, but I’ve chosen a handful that I keep coming back to. I was reminded this year that there’s no substitute … More Favourite Artists / Tracks of 2009
I was digging through the past recently and came across some of my old school photos. It’s interesting to look compare the five and six year old me to the boys and see what features I did (and didn’t) pass on. Kindergarten, circa 1977. Yes, that is a very big collar. Grade 1. I think I really … More School Photos, ’70s Version
One of my favourite days of the school year is picture day. The usual rag-tag group of kids suddenly shows up at school with shirts tucked in, hair combed, and a noticeable absence of milk mustaches. A has taken it pretty seriously for the past couple of years, going shopping weeks in advance for a … More School Photos 2009
I know, you’ve been worrying about what to get me for Christmas, and with just a few days left until the blessed event, the stress is becoming unbearable. Relax – I’m here to help. I am one of the millions of people who love the edges of brownies. I’d much rather have a piece from … More Last Minute Christmas Gift Idea
This past summer, I was driving down the highway listening to Q, and Jian opening the show by saying “With just a few months left in this decade…”. I nearly slammed on the brakes, perhaps in some subconscious way thinking that by slowing down the car, I could also slow down the passage of time. … More Not Another Decade
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