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Appa Comes Home

Why "Kim’s Convenience" Hit Differently at 50 Walking through the Distillery District in August has a specific vibe—the heat radiating off the cobblestones, the tourists,...

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Adding the Colour

There is a specific kind of silence that settles in when you realize you are no longer standing at the beginning of the story....

This Is Water

Two young fish were swimming along and an older and wiser fish came swimming the other direction. "How's the water?" he asked. The two...

Tailgate Talks

Beyond the daily logistics of farm life in Mono, Ontario, there is a recurring rhythm to the conversations held at the back of a pickup. While men are often socialized to bond side-by-side, I’ve found that the "real talk"—the deep thoughts and big life feelings—happens best when we are facing each other across a raised tailgate. We explore the unique psychology of why a piece of heavy steel provides the perfect "safe zone" for two people to finally set aside the work and speak the truth.

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Every Little Nookie: A Side-Splitting Look at Love in All Its Forms

"Every Little Nookie," a 2022 Stratford Festival production, is a laugh riot that explores the complexities of love, marriage, and intimacy with surprising tenderness....

Unveiling Ourselves Under the Covers: Why Late-Night Conversations Lead to Deeper Connections

The shadows lengthen, the day's noise fades, and a quiet intimacy settles as night descends. It's during these hushed hours that conversations often take...

Les Misérables: A Timeless Epic of Redemption and Revolution

Les Misérables is a cornerstone of musical theatre, and continues to captivate audiences with its powerful story, soaring music, and enduring themes. I first...