Relatable (a language gripe)
I do not like the word relatable. In the current environment of social and cultural crises – revelations of sexual assault and harassment, school shootings,… Continue reading Relatable (a language gripe)
STAR TREK: Am I becoming a Trekkie?
Star Wars or Star Trek? When I was young (and by young, I’m talking well into my twenties), I would choose, without hesitation, Star Wars… Continue reading STAR TREK: Am I becoming a Trekkie?
Athletics and academics – interview with Glen Grunwald
Near the end of last month I had the opportunity to interview Glen Grunwald, current Director of Athletics and Recreation at McMaster University, and former… Continue reading Athletics and academics – interview with Glen Grunwald
To the mighty Ursula K. Le Guin
Ursula K. Le Guin seemed immortal to me. And of course, she is, as long as her work persists, as long as her work continues… Continue reading To the mighty Ursula K. Le Guin
From one year to another: endings, beginnings and carrying on
Despite the calendar, January doesn’t seem like the best month to start a new year. On this side of the globe, I think I’d feel… Continue reading From one year to another: endings, beginnings and carrying on
There and back again: a Columbus New Year
Sometimes you just need to mix up your New Year’s Eve routine… Fun things to do in Columbus, Ohio over the New Year’s holiday: Get… Continue reading There and back again: a Columbus New Year
Ben Simmons: education vs college
Or, against ‘One and Done’ Ever since I posted about Malcolm Brogdon, and maybe even before, I’ve been thinking that my next NBA post should… Continue reading Ben Simmons: education vs college
Crocheting with purpose
About a year and a half ago I got my mom to teach me how to crochet. I wasn’t a craftsy person for most of… Continue reading Crocheting with purpose
Who says no to Harvard and the NBA?
The answer to that question is Malcolm Brogdon. Though in the case of the NBA, his answer was more like “not yet” and, eventually, “yes.”… Continue reading Who says no to Harvard and the NBA?
(Re-)discovering the heroes of Canadian history
One of my first posts on this young blog ended with a positive challenge to myself and others: to learn more about Canada’s lesser known… Continue reading (Re-)discovering the heroes of Canadian history