I have mentioned West Point in a number of my posts. West Point is the most challenged places in Liberia and is considered one of the most dangerous slums here in Monrovia. It has the worst living conditions I have ever witnessed and it’s impossible to fathom living here. There are over 75,000 people living [...]
I spoke in a recent blog about the power of talk, getting the conversation going and sharing your experiences with others. When you share your story wholeheartedly, it truly touches people in a profound way. I witnessed the power of conversation and connection today and each time I am reminded of its value. Once again, [...]
February 12 was the 3rd annual Bell Let’s Talk Day, a day with sites set on creating a conversation about Mental health and fighting to break down the stigma of mental illness. As an athlete, I have learned the importance of health and that it extends beyond the physical, achieving health in all realms is [...]
On Sunday, I had the honour of representing Canadian athletes to lay a wreath on behalf of the Canadian Olympic Committee and fellow Olympians at the National Remembrance Day Ceremony in Ottawa. It was a very powerful and emotional experience. Standing in line with the other wreath bearers, I was close to the lines of [...]
This post is a little delayed but here is the next post on my trip to Liberia. On our 3rd and 4th day, we travelled up to a northern, rural, county called Bong. The drive was quite the adventure as our driver Obey speedily navigated the pot holes. He had two modes, go as fast [...]
Firstly I just want to note- I have photos and have been trying to load them as best I can but cannot.. I promise to post more photos when I get back to Canada! When I woke up today, I think I was still processing the events of yesterday. Jumping right in does not give [...]