I’ve got an extra little skip in my step today, ignited by a renewed sense of hope. It’s odd that this feeling should arise on a day that saw protests across Canada aiming to “protect our children from indoctrination and sexualization,” but here we are. I am hopeful because Canadians didn’t just rise above the noise, they crushed it. The… View Post
Fall’s arrival, with its crisp air, rustling leaves, and vibrant tapestry, is nature’s gentle reminder of life’s ever-evolving nature. As the world around us undergoes its seasonal transformation, it’s a poignant time to reflect on the myriad changes and transitions that shape our lives. This week on “What She Said,” our stories delve into these very transitions, emphasizing that while… View Post
A radical feminist story is revealed in Widow Clicquot which took place in the early 1880s in the fertile Champagne region of France. Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin Clicquot, played with authority by Haley Bennett is married to François (Tom Sturridge) who owns a failing Champagne vineyard and suddenly dies leaving her a widow at 27 with a young daughter. She’s immediately beset… View Post
There is nothing on earth quite like the Eastern Townships in the fall. Find out why here. The Eastern Townships of Quebec, with its charming towns, stunning landscapes, and passionate local culture, is a haven for travellers seeking a unique autumn experience. Last year I had the pleasure of visiting the region with my daughter and it has become my… View Post
Culture wars are a relentless, exhausting cycle. Almost daily, we now find ourselves battling against a barrage of false narratives and disinformation. While some individuals claim expertise on a myriad of topics overnight, from vaccines to climate change, gender, and even constitutional law, many of us humbly acknowledge the vastness of what we don’t know. Often, the sheer volume of… View Post
Jennifer E. Smith’s book The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight is the basis for Vanessa Caswill’s Netflix‘s sweet and salty adaptation Love at First Sight, starring Haley Lu Richardson and Ben Hardy. They are Hadley, an American off to London for her father’s second wedding. She meets London-born Yale student Oliver returning home for a family gathering. They… View Post