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Why the Calgary Stampede Is Still My Favourite Time of Year (The 2026 Deep Dive)
The Calgary Stampede, cherished by the author, showcases a vibrant community spirit through unique traditions like free pancake breakfasts, lively music events, and diverse activities. Scheduled for July 3-12, 2026, it merges rodeo excitement with festive nightlife. The experience deepens with age and emphasizes striking a balance between planned events and spontaneity.
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Reinventing Yourself: Why Pressing Pause Might Be the Best Way to Hit Play Again
If you’ve ever felt like you were living life on a treadmill, cranked up to a speed that’s just a little too fast girl, you are not alone. For years, I thought the answer to feeling stuck was to sprint faster, work harder, and answer emails at lightning speed. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t. But as…
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The Boys of Summer, the Power of Friendship, and Why the Blue Jays Won Anyway
A love letter to baseball, friendship, and finding joy again There’s something about baseball that feels a little bit like falling in love. The slow build, the anticipation, the heartbreak, the hope that maybe this season will be the one. For me, this Blue Jays season was all of that and more: a rollercoaster of…
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Between Calgary and Toronto: A Love Letter to My Two Homes (and All the People I’ve Collected Along the Way)
Growing up, I thought I’d find my forever home by the time I hit my mid-twenties. But here I am, 34, and if my life were a travel map, it’d look like a game of hopscotch. I spent my first 26 years in Calgary (minus that year-long detour in Turkey and a semester in Spain…
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