October 2011
5 posts
Occupy Vancouver
I don’t know why I went to the Art Gallery today. Equipped with my video camera, I hopped on the SkyTrain and started checking my Twitter for anything related to #occupyvancouver. It started at 10 a.m. and before lunch, thousands had congregated on the north side of the Vancouver Art Gallery. Using the steps as a stage, a committee of organizers facilitated the event using an array of hand...
Giving thanks at the water park.
Growing up, I was fortunate to have both sides of my family live within 30 kms. There were no highly anticipated reunions or week-long camping trips simple because it wasn’t necessary. My Uncles and Aunt married their high school sweethearts and all found homes walking distance from where they grew up. Uncle Steve would drop by unexpectedly at least once a week, my Auntie Anna would take Adam...
What's your hobby?
Life is made enjoyable by the simple pleasures. Whether it be flying a kite, collecting stamps, riding your bicycle on a sunny afternoon or travelling, all of these activities enliven our lives and provide us leisure and relaxation.
Aside from travelling, it is hard to pinpoint anything that I practice or enjoy fervently. This wasn’t always the case. Before heading to university, my life was...