The Mystery of the Unknown: A Reflection on Humanity
What does it mean to be human? In the everyday repetition of life, in laughter and longing, in our silent need for kindness—perhaps it’s not answers we need, but a deeper appreciation for the mystery of simply being.
What is home? A place, a person, or just a feeling? As we grow, our definition of belonging shifts, leaving us caught between nostalgia and the unknown. Read more on the emotional journey of finding "home."
Explore the transformative journey of a caterpillar as it evolves from shedding its old skin to emerging as a beautiful butterfly. Discover how patience and growth lead to wisdom and freedom in this inspiring story of metamorphosis
In "Life as We Don't Know It," a renowned National Geographic photographer passes on her passion and legacy to her grandchild through the gift of a camera. This touching tale explores the transformative power of photography, offering a new perspective on the world and revealing the extraordinary within the ordinary. Join this heartfelt journey of discovery and creativity, where capturing moments becomes a magical superpower.
Join a heartfelt journey of self-discovery in 'Solace.' Flipping through early journal pages, delve into the highs and lows of finding a second home, battling inner demons, and embracing personal authenticity. With each turn of phrase, find solace amidst life's turbulence, celebrating the beauty of resilience and growth.
Discover the transformative power of silence and daydreaming in this heartwarming journey of self-discovery as a 72-year-old grandmother finds her creative spark and true happiness through moments of quiet contemplation. Embrace the joy of imagination and rediscover your inner child in this poignant reflection on the importance of stillness amidst life's busy chaos.
I’ve constantly wondered how you can stay so charming despite having seen so many flaws, having to put up with so much drama, wrapped up in sporadic chaos gathered behind that handful of walls.
This heartwarming essay challenges preconceptions, unveiling the joy, comfort, and hidden brilliance found in everyday moments. Join the conversation on appreciating the present, embracing the familiar, and exploring the uncharted territories of the seemingly ordinary.
With the thinking hat right on; I look within myself for all those stories, I’ve witnessed from dusk to dawn but nothing comes closer to the journey of ‘the reflection I capture the day in, day out', whom I fondly call A pocket full of sunshine due to the warm and fuzzy feeling this one leaves behind.
Navigate the bustling chaos of city subways and stumble upon a heartfelt letter that reshapes one commuter's entire Friday. Dive into a tale where unexpected connections remind us of the profound bonds that can form amidst life's hustle.
Jason, inspired by "Back to the Future," turns his mediocre looks into a charming asset, using a self-declared world-famous pickup line to navigate the complexities of dating and eventually finding the love of his life. His humorous and heartfelt journey unfolds against a backdrop of dorm room nostalgia and cinematic romance.
Dear Diary,
Life has not been the same ever since we watched Avatar: The Way of Water; just like COVID, life can now be classified as before and after
She drank the fresh air and bathed the sunlight; she carried the whiff of a lily and the grace of a peacock.
“Pull the windows open, nice weather is here, with the sky oh so blue and a tinge of grey splattered around in an artistic smear, accompanied by the musical backdrop coos of the birds
By now most of us are aware of the shameful behaviour of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), a subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., a multinational corporation. Until recently it was the employer of about 450 workers in London, Ontario.
The Workers' Educational Association of Canada (WEA) has been a champion of free, public education for adults since its beginning in 1918.
Christina Lukie has just begun training for a career in social services at George Brown College. Unlike some of her fellow students, she knows what she is getting into. And so she is likely to stay the course until graduation.
In the last issue of Learning Curves, an article, which I wrote The new, new economy, described how citizens around the world
A few years ago when I was teaching Communications at one of the Community Colleges in Toronto, I asked the students
In the last few years, we have been increasingly made aware that Canada needs skilled tradesmen, perhaps more than it needs the lawyers or dentists that parents want their children to become.
According to a report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives titled Degrees of Uncertainty:
Since coming to power in Ottawa, the Conservative government has made a number of changes to the legislation governing many aspects of immigration.
elyn recently graduated as a Personal Support Worker from a community college.
In the last issue of Learning Curves, in my article, Is it the end of work?
ur culture, work is probably the most important element in our lives.
Most of us probably agree with the playwright Tom Stoppard that “Age is a very high price to pay for maturity.” Nobody wants to get old, but as has often been pointed out, it sure beats the alternative!
For forty years or more our world has become more and more a “global village” because of advances in communications technology
By August of this year, you will be able to get all the help you need to find employment at one location near you.
What do accountants, information technologists, fundraisers, interior decorators, law clerks, quantity surveyors or administrative assistants have in common?