C of Red
The brittle, crisp mornings and much longer nights – have you felt it in the air? From the downtown hustle through the upland hills – that unmistakeable chill is everywhere. Finally. As many of my athlete colleagues have written in recent days, summer is officially over. And whether you’re someone who accepts this reality by […]
Where Is The Grass Greener
Some nights, when the conditions are just right, a big semi or heavy duty truck screams by our place in Calgary – and as I lay still, on my bed in my room – the entire foundation of the house shakes, ever so slightly; just for a moment, and I often wonder if anyone else […]
Solid Yellow Lines
On our roads and highways we are given guidelines. A literal solid line is implemented along the pavement’s edges and centre upon which we travel bridges and sharp curves. This simple line is designed to help keep us on the right track; it defines our physical parameters. In order to navigate my current roads, on […]
Into The Deep End
In a span of time that occasionally tricks my mind to feel as short as overnight, everything has changed. What’s incredible about this transformation, is that it brings with it a stability unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. Until now, I don’t know if I ever really allowed myself to entirely believe I had the strength […]
The Bigger Picture
This post was originally featured on the Whistler Sliding Centre blog in a two-part series – with the forward written by Meghan Kines of Whistler Sport Legacies. Sometimes, things just click. For whatever reason, the pieces fall into place, the puzzle comes together, and the results are brilliant. This seems to be the case with […]