When I first embarked on my freelance writing career, I was all starry-eyed and 
excited about what my future held. I imagined long hours in front of my laptop working on my poetry/manuscript/latest article. It would be hard work, but my God it would be satisfying! And I would be so happy. My creative juices would be flowing constantly, a steady stream of literary brilliance. I would be wowing the world with my writing prowess. You get the picture: All would be well in Colleen land.
Well, it’s ten months later and, as usual, the reality of the situation has fallen a wee bit short of the dream. There are certain truths about freelance writing that I never, ever considered until I ran smack into them.
It is no longer possible to ignore the damage we are doing to our planet or the effects on all of its inhabitants. Ignoring this problem will not make it go away. It is not about saving our planet! Earth has survived for millions of years and has natural ways to fix climate change (i.e. Ice Age). It is just a question of whether or not the human species survives these natural and man-made climate changes. The earth will be fine, but will we? Eden Mills, located near Guelph and only a short drive from Toronto, is a village of only 350 people and 150 households that are determined to make a difference. A long history of community spirit as well as volunteerism makes this village special. Eden Mills is on the road to becoming the first carbon neutral village in North America.
the babysitter’s house. Collecting my daughter, we drive home, chatting noisily as we catch up on the events of each other’s day. As we arrive home, I’m faced with a messy house, laundry that needs to be done, and supper that needs to be cooked. After supper, there are baths to be given, and bedtime stories to be read. 
ExDelta and ExEpsilon mission. Even though I thought I had a one in a million chance, I was contacted for an interview very quickly, and was offered the position as Crew Biologist for ExDelta in February 2008. As participants in these Mars-like environments, we launched a program of geology and biology field exploration operations conducted in the same style and under many of the same constraints as they would on the Red Planet. By doing so, we will start the process of learning how to explore on Mars.
loved one diagnosed with cancer. Primary caregivers have had to deal with personal grief, while keeping on a happy face for their loved one. They have to quickly become health advocates and make decisions about cancer treatments. In addition, they also worry about their living arrangements during extended hospital stays, household finances, and so on. It is an overwhelming situation that requires a strong support system to help get through it.