Writing as Weather

by | Dec 6, 2012 | Failure Wins, Life, Other Stuff, Writing

Another universal reminder about the nature of writing…I had to go into St. Albert for an appointment–no biggie, it’s a 1/2 hour drive. However, coming home was a completely different story. A snowstorm hit the city and left me in white-out...

4 Stars for TG 2!

by | Dec 5, 2012 | Other Stuff

“What shines is the relatable human emotions that emanate from each character we encounter, and the humor with which the characters interact and react to one another. Set in a world that is artfully crafted and described with familiar and fantastical objects...

Why I Love the Library

by | Nov 24, 2012 | Other Stuff

A Twitter conversation from yesterday: Edm Public Library @EPLdotCA: Black Friday Special – 12 months of EPL goodness for only $12!!! Kids cards are free! EPL User: @EPLdotCA Isn’t it always 12 dollars? Edm Public Library @EPLdotCA: $12 is the regular...

When Life Doesn’t Imitate Art

by | Aug 30, 2012 | Other Stuff, Writing

Watched Dark Knight Rises (squeal!) last night and was once again reminded of how art and life don’t always coincide…in the scene where the inmates are released from prison, the vast majority of the men pouring out of the building are White, but studies...