There’s this big tourist thing called the Capilano Suspension Bridge. Actually, it’s a park with the bridge, tree house walks and other nature related activities. A thing to do for tourists that locals seem to avoid. Very much like the…
Category: Starting out
When I was home in July for a family vacation, Mom wanted to know what I wanted for my birthday. First thing that came to mind was a waterproof digital camera. Would’ve been a great thing to have while river…
I didn’t ride the bus much when I live in Chicago, the “L” got me where I was going. I ride the bus every day in Vancouver, and it seems to have an etiquette, especially when it comes to seating…
I blogged about technology necessities while living abroad, and seeing a few posts on Apps in my Twitter stream the other day reminded me that there are some Apps that work outside the US that are quite helpful in keeping…
My birthday is quickly approaching. Might explain why this week seems to be flying by, and it occurred to me that this is the first time, in eight years, that I will not be home for my birthday. Just the…
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…
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…
Last week, I think, some of my office mates were abuzz with the grand opening of a new IKEA in Richmond. Richmond is a suburb of Vancouver. Think of, say, Schaumburg, Illinois. Easiest and best way to get there is…
I just ran across this post on NPR’s #fb page. NPR Needs the Sounds of Your City. The sounds of my city…immediate thought: the “L.” There is nothing quite like the sound of the “L” as it rumbles by overhead,…
I called home this morning, before going for a run. The time difference has wreaked havoc on schedules and timing, it’s been hard to connect. One thing that came out of the conversation was the total lack of breathing room.…