Growing up with fairytales, hallmark holidays and romantic movies – at a very young age, we formed a picture of what romance and love should look like. Flowers, chocolates, massages, anniversary celebrations, gifts…. those are all gestures that in North America, we generally equate to...
As a young girl, I interpreted events of my childhood that has created a perception of reality that has been part of my primary belief system growing up. That story is that you can’t count on anyone really but yourself, and that if you are...
Men hunt and women nurture right? The concept of the man who hunts for his prey, spreads his seeds and conquers while the woman is looking for a caretaker, and a healthy and providing father is a story we’ve all heard many times. While in...
Perseverance and commitment are two big themes that I’ve contemplated about this year. In the last year, I’ve explored being single again. I’ve met so many new people, established new friendships, strengthened old relationships, been on some good dates and some not so good. I...
The following except taken from the book Eleven Minutes touched me deeply. It captures the essence to truly love someone - to not expect anything in return, to appreciate what may just be a moment of sharing love with another, and being content for the...
