The light ripped across the sky. Colours melted into each other, one boom after another. It was Canada Day, 2026, and we were tucked away in bed, watching the spectacular show through the open curtains. We had moved, recently. Our bedroom was now on the second floor and it allowed us to see a view of the world not previously gifted to us in our old house. What a year it’s been. Or rather, I should say what a year it hasn’t been. Last fall, I woke up unwell. My body ached, my

“Cupcake? They’re vegan and gluten free, but still delicious!” I was standing in line at one of my favourite stores. It was their yearly anniversary sale, and since they’re a beloved local shop with a long history in Winnipeg, the place was packed. “Thank you!”, I replied as I unwrapped my treat, taking care not to get any of the blue frosting on my fingers. I juggled my soon-to-be purchased items in my other hand and took a moment to take in my surroundings. I have a terribl

The combination of a heavy backpack and a camera hanging off my neck during a hike had proved to be too much for my healing back, and I...

Seven days seemed too ambitious. One day wasn’t long enough. Three days…three days? I think I could do that. I knew by now it wasn’t...