I am not a winter girl. I teeter on the word “hate” when it comes to snow, cold, wind and the dark abyss that we live in for several months. Sometimes, it’s cute. Sometimes, snow falling onto pine trees that twinkle in the sun is mesmerizing. SOMETIMES it’s nice to sit inside with a cozy […]

Looking back at those moments of fear and anxiety brings slight discomfort, but also brings a new realization: I am always and forever learning about my own behavior and traits. I am always and forever changing, experiencing emotional shifts, disconnects, and imbalance. So although it hurts to look back, it’s important to look back and acknowledge how I can grow.

Today I am 29. The first year of the roaring twenties, means the last year of my own. During my twenties I learned so much about myself, love and life. I experienced so many joys and adventures, pursuing things I was passionate about and finding my way as best I could. But I’m not done yet.

Love prevailed, laughter happened a lot and light shone through all the darkness. I saw this after a rough beginning to the decade, I saw it all throughout, and even during one of the worst years of my life, I am able to see it still.

After purchasing a denim jacket in July (from the men’s section no less!!!! One of my new favourite place to shop… more on that later), I was thrilled to be able to wear it just a week after buying it! Toronto was hit with approximately 48 minutes of reasonably cool weather.

I feel completely absorbed and immersed in everything that is ~sUmMeR 2o18~ that it’s hard to believe there’s still two whole months left of it! I’m happy about this. SO happy about this. Because that bucket list still has lots that needs to be crossed off.

I love love. Love is one of the purest of feelings, that can evoke some of the most raw emotions within us. I love that love is able to bring us both joy and sorrow, pleasure and pain, laughter and tears. I love that love breaks barriers, and can be shared between so many…