I have something to admit, something I thought I had to keep a secret and something people talk about as … More
Category: Personal
Two in Two Years: What kids taught me about body positivity in my 20s
This week more than any other week of my life, I have stared at my reflection in the bathroom mirror. … More
When Fear Does Flourish: A woman’s story of loss, love and pressing the limits
Erika Haigh moved to Canada from Japan on her own to pursue post-secondary school. Since graduation, she’s endured hundreds of … More
The Significance of a Happy Meal
I’ll never forget the poignant moment my father had when he described one of our most important childhood transitions. He … More
This is a story about being frustrated and empowered
For over two years, I commuted from my parents’ house north of Toronto to work in the city and back … More
Go Forth and Be Wild
Christopher Hitchens describes parenthood beautifully by recalling Yeats’ juxtaposition “terrible beauty.” “Nothing can make one so happily exhilarated or so … More
Yoga and My Anxiety: I’m winning the fight
Having anxiety is like living with a little creature in your head that tells you to freak out. It’s the … More
An eternal gift for parents and ourselves
Every year that spring rolls in, I am reminded of celebrations of thankfulness that come with it. May and June … More
Where we are, and where we might have been
When you’ve finally reached a quarter of a century old, that’s when the truth of mom’s nagging adage starts to … More
Cooking with Kaaleen: Strawberry cheesecake bites
Believe it or not, this dessert I made by accident. I had some strawberries that were left over in the … More
My Lifestyle Journey
Ever since I can remember, my new year’s resolutions have always been: Lose Weight. What did that actually mean, though? Every … More
A Heart Month Reminder
The last memory I have of my father is a good one. He had a terrible sense of direction and … More
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