There are a few things I’ve gotten used to since moving to Vancouver. I’ve even come to appreciate some of their words for things. It’s what makes this a worthwhile experience. Something new, something quirky, something different relative to the…
Author: Gwynne Monahan
I need a project, something to redirect my energy into something constructive, as people wiser than me have said. Yep. i agree. Things have settled down. Commute is now routing. Work is routine. Apartment keeps coming along. Not as many…
I saw a tweet flow through my steam yesterday morning about the Perseid Meteor Shower being visible from Vancouver this weekend. I got invited to drive up and hangout at a campsite with some friends this evening so it seems…
Chicago is a great city. I miss it. It’s home. Always will be. When people visit Chicago, they rave about its greatness. And it doesn’t take long for one of two things to happen. Either they say they see why…
WE WON! WE WON! The softball team I’m on won our playoff game last night. We advance to the next round. We beat the number one seed! 9-4. I’m pretty stoked! We played really well, offensively and defensively. Hits came…
Sometimes I think Vancouver is reminding me this whole thing is temporary, that I just need to learn a lesson or two, far from home and then something will come along that compels me to move along. The seemingly rain.…
The poor state of affairs in the US job market seems to be compelling many to look abroad, and secure jobs abroad. If you’re working for a large corporation, congratulations. You’ll have it easy as the hassle of visas, finding…
Back in February, I pondered the Canadian concept of vacation and holidays. Today is provincial holiday: BC Day. Considering Canadians get a day off every month, I’ve had two thoughts: they’re lazy, or they have a different, perhaps deeper understanding,…
August is another one of those fun “transition” months. Truth be told, this entire year is one transition after another. New country. New identity, in a way. New customs. New surroundings. New people. New disasters. New apartments. New commute, or…
Gorgeous evening yesterday. I met up with some friends earlier for a BBQ, then went back to my apartment to let some other friends in so they could keep their bikes in my apartment instead of fighting the crowds with…