Recently I found myself in a situation which has sparked a bit of discussion amongst my students. Normally, as an ESL teacher, I would welcome any topic that provokes a lot of discussion–as long as it isn’t full of … Continue reading
The Canadian National Exhibition opened quite recently. This is often called the CNE, or when I was young “The Ex”. This event runs until Labour Day Monday at the exhibition fairgrounds in Toronto. It has been a staple of life … Continue reading
I guess we all think of our workplaces as a little weird, or at least containing some kind of weirdness. It might be strange policies, strange products in the vending machines or that one completely out of place song on … Continue reading
There is a lot of joy to be gotten from simple things. In my case it was a game of catch between myself and my best friends. As I write this, I am reminded about the line from “Stand By … Continue reading
Saturday night, despite camping, was devoted to The final concert of The Tragically Hip. I have seen them live a couple of times. I took their music when I went to Japan to give it as much international exposure as I … Continue reading
Lately, I have become somewhat addicted to burritos. I think I have had one at least once a week for the past two months. The problem, though some might see it as an advantage, is that you have to instruct … Continue reading
I don’t have a desk at work. I have a kind of table…more like a cantilevered slab of leftover countertop really. I shouldn’t complain because some teachers, especially new ones and temporary summer ones (often one in the same) don’t … Continue reading
There’s a woman I often see jogging past my bus stop in the early morning as I make my dreary half asleep sluggish body towards what will eventually be work. She usually looks quite resplendent in her yellow/high visibility high … Continue reading
\ First and foremost, thanks to Just a Girl and a Bike for nominating me for this award. I appreciate any feedback I can get on my blog. I am very happy that you found it worthy of the nomination. … Continue reading
I think all of us have quests of some kind. Maybe we’re looking for the hockey card to complete our set. Maybe were looking for the last in a series of Red Rose Tea figurines. Maybe our quests are to … Continue reading
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