When we meet someone new this is often the first question that is exchanged – “What Do You Do?”. In many ways it helps to form an understanding about the person we’re talking to. I’ve always felt a bit awkward answering this question – I don’t really feel like my occupation defines me very well. […]
Listening – The Hilarious World of Depression
When I first saw the title of “The Hilarious World of Depression” podcast I thought hmmm depression as comedy? Well not really. It’s more of a podcast about depression which features comedians. There are definitely funny moments. But there are also heart wrenching and potentially triggering discussions about personal experiences with mental illness, substance abuse, […]
Listening: Chris Derksen
The other day while I was driving into work I was listening to Vinyl Cafe with Stuart McLean. One of my favourite parts of that show is the Canadian indie music that is included in every episode. The episode that was on that morning was featuring Indigenous musicians from Canada. I was blown away by […]
A New Painting
For a number of years now I have dabbled in abstract painting. For the last year or more I haven’t spent much time exploring that avenue, but recently I finished another painting and I’m hoping to do more on a regular basis. I’m fairly pleased with the result I achieved on this painting. I have other […]