This weekend, I considered writing a thoughtfully-researched post, or one focused on promoting a particular geographic location. I’ve had a busy few weeks, however, and didn’t want to strain my mental faculties or cater to other’s interests on a rare day off. I firmly believe that one of the most positive, life-affirming mental activities you…
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Fun weekend with @Guild_Cafe and @GamesonTap
Today, the weather has been grey and chilly. I am currently sitting at a board game cafe to ward away the dark November night. I have visited two board game cafes within the past 24 hours. Both visits have involved ample beer, panini sandwiches, and learning about new board games. The first, The Adventurers Guild,…
How I Graduated University Debt-Free (and you can, too)
I’m one of the lucky ones – after six years of university and an average yearly tuition of $7, 149 (total of $42, 894), I have graduated from my education without debt. In fact, I saved enough money to buy a car and put money into a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings…
A Hedonistic Package Deal in Niagara-on-the-Lake
As mentioned in yesterday’s post, my mother and I were lucky enough to get a package deal during our stay at the Queen’s Landing hotel in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. After spending half the morning exploring the little boutique shops of the main street, we hopped into our car and toured to the three main destinations provided…
A January Foray in the Culinary Joys of London, Ontario
This past Friday I had the opportunity and the pleasure of returning to work with Ontario’s Southwest at the 2014 London Wine and Food Show. This event was indeed ‘bigger and tastier’ than the average trade show. Hosted at the Western Fair District – home, of course, to the famous Western Fair which happens every…
A Plethora of Beverages
This week I have an interview with the Liquor Control Board of Canada (LCBO), for a position as temporary contract staff in the holiday season*. Not being a terribly heavy drinker myself, I decided to do a bit of background research on alcohol and was astonished to find the great diversity of beverages available; hence…
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