Working it Out Vs Tossing it Out
As a young girl, I interpreted events of my childhood that has created a perception of reality that has been part of my primary belief system growing up. That story is that you can’t count on anyone...
True Romance – Preview before publishing – sign in/register to read full article
Growing up with fairytales, hallmark holidays and romantic movies – at a very young age, we formed a picture of what romance and love should look like Flowers, chocolates, massages, anniversary celebrations, gifts…. those are all gestures that in North America, we generally equate to as “romantic”. As women, we like to do these things - often pleasers; we buy thoughtful gifts, participate in loving and caring actions, and articulate our feelings and adoration for our partner. While we say we do it all out of love and expect nothing in return, let’s be completely honest with...
Gasland – Sundance Winning Documentary
GASLAND - (2010) Directed by Josh Fox. Winner of Special Jury Prize - Best US Documentary Feature - Sundance 2010. Screening at Cannes 2010. It is happening all across America and now in Europe and...
Not So, “Sex and the City”
Armed in stilettos from Manolo to Madden, females all over the world have been anticipating Sex and the City 2 to hit the theaters. I’ve been a long time fan of the sitcom and admit to many times...
Ultimate Hotel Sweepstakes – Win a stay worth $10K from Kiwi Collection
If you could stay in any luxury hotel in the world, which one would you choose? Win it here. World’s...
Everyone Has A Story
Do you know how young someone can be when they start to contemplate harmful thoughts, such as suicide? For me, I was 10 years old. I was bullied at school so badly that I would cry everyday, and be...
Mobile Dry-cleaning for Busy Professionals
Just came across this new local company, mobile dry-cleaning by Dressed In Blue – a service where they come to your office or home to pick up your dry-cleaning, and within 2 days, return it right back...
Good vs Great Relationships
Men hunt and women nurture right? The concept of the man who hunts for his prey, spreads his seeds and conquers while the woman is looking for a...
Look the Part – my article as seen on Wow Magazine
Whether you are a dashing off to attend a fashion show or networking with industry professionals, one thing’s for certain... You are a jetsetter with places to go and people to meet. So, look the...
Red Cross Red Carpet Soiree at Bluewater
Enjoy an evening of exquisite canapés from Blue Water Cafe + Raw Bar, fine wine donated by Vincor, and entertainment...
“Getting” Social Media before Jumping on the Bandwagon – My article as published in the Straight
\Everyone and their mother is jumping on the social media bandwagon. Some are successful; they are immersed in it on a daily basis and thus in the midst of the action while the social media landscape...
Today is my birthday
Today is my birthday. Another year lived, and what a year it has been. Components of my life have changed dramatically – my home, my career, my headspace…I guess you can say, I’ve grown up...
Happy Love Day
Valentine's Day has always been a bit odd for me. When you're single, it's almost an inescapable reminder that well, you're single, and two, you're single. Perhaps it's just me, but the heart shaped...
Bonkers for Benkei – My article as seen on PartlySunny.ca
They have opened their second location downtown! For just about ten dollars, you can spoil yourself with a delicious bowl of ramen, and paired with a good ol’ bottle of coca cola of course. The charshu...
Brow Beautifying- Bombay Style
Say goodbye to the hygienically questionable shops on Fraser for your brow grooming needs. The latest addition to the Yaletown neighborhood is Bombay Brow Bar – a modern, charming and hip brow...
Your Worth
We’ve all been there – feeling victimized by a friend, a boss, or a lover – who has treated us poorly or unfairly. It’s an easy and common tendency to blame the other, make yourself out as the...
You had me at Champagne Truffle Ganache – my article as seen on partlySunny.ca
From Passion Fruit Vanilla Truffles to his signature double baked almond croissants, Thomas Haas surely has a creation to satisfy your sweet tooth. The new 1400 square foot location just opened up in...
Fear vs Love
"Your actions are birthed from a place of fear or a place of love. If you do something that is fear based, even if it is diguised at first, it's darkness will eventually show up somewhere down the...
12 Ways to Tell You’re a Douchebag – or at least look like one
Ahh, inspired by a summer weekend in Las Vegas. Written by my evil twin, Amy Shameless; dedicated to making this world a less noise-polluted, less bedazzled place, one douchebag at a...
A Year Later
A year ago today, the hardest words I think a woman will ever hear were said to me. “I don’t love you anymore.” “I no longer want to spend the rest of my life… with you.” I can still...