In mid-November, I got a library card at the Calgary Public Library! One way I feel like I’m really settling in somewhere is when I’m at the point I can get a library card! Because of COVID, I can’t go to any in-person events they have, or volunteer. However, they do have some online events …
First Month Theme: Is This A Thing?
I have been here a month now, and the most common question I ask myself is, “Is this a thing?” I ask myself that because it’s surprising to me, not because I think it’s good or bad. Then, I try and find out if it is a thing and I withhold judgement until I have …
Lest We Forget 🌺🇬🇧🌺🇨🇦🌺
It’s Remembrance Day tomorrow! I wish I could experience all the regular traditions here, but I know the public celebrations are cancelled because of COVID-19. Still, I have made a resolution to learn more about Canada’s role in WWI and WWII once things calm down with getting settled. Okay, I know the flower emoji I’m …
Calgary Quarantine Diaries: Week 2
Quarantine is done and my Mum and I are officially healthy and cleared to go out and explore! The first thing we did when we got out was to start our treatment for chronic pain. Not exciting, I know, but anyone who has dealt with chronic pain or a serious illness knows that if you …
Finding Ghosts
Before I start this post I just wanted to say that I am going to be rather busy this month. I won’t be able to post or interact as much as I would like. I will share why pretty soon. It’s partly because I don’t want to jinx anything. I have found right before moving …