Hobby and Dream

A few months back, I picked up both a hobby and a dream, something I have been putting off for more than 15 years but always wanted to do. It was a dream, now it is a hobby. I picked up learning Portuguese. My first attempt at learning the language was interrupted by life. I…

Julie and Julia

I watched the movie this weekend. I don't know why I waited so long to view it. Although Meryl is a great actress, Julia's manner of speaking is an acquired taste,  and I have not. Not that I am a great foodie, but I do like to spend time in the kitchen  - when the…

Winter Break

March break has a bad reputation as many associate it with 'Girls Gone Wild' or 'Boys Gone Wild'... or whatever else youth does when on break from post secondary education. My March Break consisted of going to bed, instead. I used the opportunity to catch up on sleep and it has done me good. I…