Ah, the contemporary Canadian grocery trip. It’s not just a simple walk through aisles anymore; it’s a tense, emotionally draining journey that usually concludes with me holding my wallet tightly like it’s a safety net and gazing sadly at the checkout screen. Today, my deep-seated anxiety was summed up perfectly by a tweet from TheRealMrBench…
The changing room. This unique, often tight space, is a peculiar little universe of human behavior. It’s where dreams of perfect outfits either become a reality or are brutally shattered. And similar to an old, forgotten book, there are certain dressing room rules that it seems not everyone knows about. Let me set the scene…
Let’s face it, ladies. Summer can sometimes feel like a battle between looking cute and staying comfortable. The sunshine, warm weather, and outdoor activities are wonderful, but they can also bring a few annoying challenges. There is the dreaded thigh chafing, commonly known as “chub rub,” the uncomfortable feeling of sweat under your breasts, and…
Ah, menopause. Just saying the word brings to mind images of women waving fans like crazy while staring off into space, trying to remember where they put their glasses (which are likely on their face). It’s not merely a phase, ladies; it’s a full-on physiological Broadway show featuring you and a whole bunch of unwanted…
It was a moment that first brought me joy, but then quickly shifted to a deep sense of confusion and worry. My daughter, who is still figuring out her preteen years, attended a friend’s birthday party in May, surrounded by laughter, cake, and the usual assortment of brightly wrapped gifts. However, among the typical gift-cards…
As a personal care attendant for my adult daughter, who lives with a brain injury and the complicated legal issues of incompetence, I deal with a reality that is both tough and incredibly fulfilling. Every year, as summer comes around, a beloved tradition starts: the detailed planning of her yearly vacation. For her, these trips…
When I was a teenager, staying in touch with my friends involved two things: a landline phone and a healthy dose of parental supervision. If I wanted to gossip about the latest school drama or plan an ill-advised weekend adventure to Toronto, I had to actually call someone. No autocorrect fails, no carefully curated selfie…
Imagine this: you’re part of the majority. Over half the population, in fact. You walk into a store, or browse online, expecting to find plus-size clothing that fits, that are on-trend, and that don’t cost an arm and a leg. Sounds reasonable, right? Well, if you’re a plus-size woman in Canada, you know this is…
