When Drew and I decided to move to Australia we identified missing our friends and family as one of our top concerns. We also reflected back to our last move from Calgary to Winnipeg, and recognised that we had not stayed in touch with people as much as we had wanted to. We both resolved that this time would be different!
But why a blog? To start with, social media doesn’t lend itself well to any sort of longer posts, and while instagram is fun, it again lacks a certain depth. The other reason I chose a blog was a bit of a commentary on social media. I find with social media there is a strong urge to post a polished and veneered view of one’s life. The sheer audience size of not just friends, but colleagues, and casual acquaintances reinforces the need to keep one’s page polished and restrained. I know that at different times of my life I have certainly been guilty of this either in what I post, or by what I omit. So, my aim with this blog is to have the space to update all of my friends and family in an honest way.
I hope you enjoy this blog!
Yay blog!
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