Throughout our history as a species, it is not a stretch to say there has never been a point in…
The toxic atmosphere of gym culture online
The self-declared “natty” (as in naturally fit, or drug-free) fitness influencers who have probably been taking steroids since their breakup…
Revisiting my first experience with racism
On Aug. 20, 2022, I attended the WWE Saturday Night Main Event show at the Canadian Tire Centre with my…
The day I lost my breath
This story deals with serious topics such as sexual assault. All names have been changed. When I was younger, I…
Moe: A story of best friends
In 2021, I lost my best friend. His name was Moe and he was the best cat a boy could…
My heaven on earth
A cottage with a lake 20 steps away but feels like 10 if you run fast enough and a lake…
Nomad cats
Our plane leaves in just over an hour but we still haven’t checked out of our room at the Yukon…
Skating my way to acceptance
I was certain I would break an ankle when I stepped gingerly onto the frozen Rideau Canal on Jan. 14,…
A not-so-restful Christmas holiday, brought to you by my toddler
My Christmas holiday started perhaps later than I needed it to. I struggled through the first semester, between starting a…
Pluto: The should-have-been planet
Everyone knows Pluto, whether it is the loveable bloodhound from Mickey Mouse or the small icy dwarf planet in our…