Moving Forward With #Depression
Here I am. I’ve completed week six of group therapy. The bare minimum for what I was asked to commit. By this point I should be seeing some improvement. At this point I should have some tools. From here I should begin to heal. I should be learning something. The benefits are meant to be working their magic now. It’s still infinitely hard for me to walk in the door. It’s not AS hard as it was because it’s no longer a variable. It is, however, still mortifying to be there at all. To need this. I hate that I...
read moreNew Business Cards
One of the most challenging things that I’ve found about being a photographer is that I’m constantly changing and growing as an artist. I’ll order a set of cards, or submit an application to show a piece, but by the time the vision comes to fruition, I’ve moved on to the next big thing that I have in mind. For business cards this is a serious setback because many companies only offer limited designs, or very little self-design options. That’s why I love ordering business from Moo.com, the company that lets you...
read moreBecoming a New Driver with Visions Defensive Driving School
Two years ago, on a whim, I decided I was going to get my learner’s licence. I did it without telling a lot of people, I spoke to my grandma about it first and then I just went and did it. I got the licence, barely, on the first try. My goal at the time, as a twenty six year old, was to have a licence which would allow me to drive on my own by the time that I turned thirty. Fast forward to 2012, my learner’s licence was nearly up for renewal and I had very little experience with city driving. When I did drive it was almost always...
read moreKindergarten Dance Class
Last week, Abby’s class was given a dance to learn in class to perform at an assembly for the parents who were able to come. I had such fun watching these five and six year old’s that I just had to share with you guys. Dance is great for children. If taught correctly it can help with coordination, memory, self confidence and pride. Abby was so excited to learn these new moves. And in case you were unsure, she’s the really tall one at the back, close to the right hand side, in pigtails....
read moreA Mad Men 30th Birthday Celebration
One thing I have learned through knowing my friend Katelyn from Odd, But Nice; She throws a pretty rocking party. For our friend Elisa’s 30th, Katelyn obviously knew that she wanted to create something special. This Mad Men themed party was a total blast, with great food, great music, great conversation and amazing ambiance. It was easy to see the hard work that was put into the event and I want to Thank Katelyn and everyone else who helped to create this evening for us all, but mostly for Elisa. it was a great chance for Nathan and I to...
read moreWorking on Common Goals
Having a child isn’t easy, or haven’t I mentioned that before? The truth is that each age comes with it’s conflicts and frustrations. I thought that my daughter would have calmed down a bit by the time she was five, but it turns out that she’s a strong willed girl through and through. I didn’t bank on tantrums, but when they flare up on occasion I do my best to be as proactive as I can be. Because of this, after an incident last week where the two of us had a massive blowout, I employed the help of a third party...
read moreSaskatchewan Wedding #Photography
This weekend was a really special one for me as I got the chance to celebrate my cousin’s wedding in a small town in Saskatchewan. It was a great experience and I had a tonne of fun being able to snap photos, which we all know is one of my favourite hobbies and ways to pass the time. Please enjoy these shots of the families as we celebrated Mike and Sara’s very special...
read moreReview: Memphis Blues BBQ House – West Broadway
As 2012 began, I told myself that I would try to do more reviews of local restaurants and little cafes throughout this year, to create an opportunity for me to visit more places and enjoy eating out. I’ve aimed to do one of these reviews so far per week, and most of the places that I’ve visited have been new to me and very enjoyable. I’ve enjoyed food in small restaurants and also in some chain restaurants as well, but one of my favourites so far for ambience alone has been the Memphis Blues BBQ on West Broadway. I visited this little...
read morePort Coquitlam Central Spring Photography
I’ve made mention a few times on Twitter that Port Coquitlam is one of my least favourite places to spend time. Between people who yell that I’m a baby killer on the bus to the unfortunate experience of having to attend the group therapy that I’m in, it’s proving to be one of the least favourite duties thrust upon me in my life. Port Coquitlam is an odd mix of old and new, as condos and new development take over the area around city hall, but if nothing else this stint out that way has shown me that there are pockets of beauty amongst...
read moreThe Group Therapy Experience #Depression
So tomorrow marks the third experience sitting in on group therapy with the mental health and addictions unit in my area, which means I’m coming in on about 6 weeks of major, therapy induced anxiety. It seems counter-productive to me, at this point, having anxiety about something that is supposed to eventually lead me to living happily without anxiety, but for all intents and purposes at this moment in time… It is what it is. Many of my readers have been quietly or not-so-quietly following along as I bit the big one and asked for help,...
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