A Christmas Memory
In third grade, I was attending a small school in rural Saskatchewan. I had a great teacher, and I liked … Continue reading A Christmas Memory
Oxford Half
When I was in university I did a teaching placement in Warman, Saskatchewan. The teacher I was placed with was … Continue reading Oxford Half
Dovetail Joints and 3D Printing
Something that scares me about today’s society is what I perceive to be a loss of skills. I fear that … Continue reading Dovetail Joints and 3D Printing
My Extraordinary Mother
I’ve met a lot of incredible mothers. I’ve talked to Himalayan village women who have told me harrowing birthing stories. … Continue reading My Extraordinary Mother
Winnipeg
I moved my family to Winnipeg in the dead of winter. There were many reasons for this decision, but coming … Continue reading Winnipeg
What do the US and Eritrea have in Common?
Every year, the month of April brings one of the year’s greatest annoyances. Let me explain… I was born in … Continue reading What do the US and Eritrea have in Common?
Talking to Strangers
In Canada, we’re taught “stranger danger” from a very young age. It’s deeply ingrained in our consciousness that talking to … Continue reading Talking to Strangers
