All posts by Jennifer Fisk

Best songs for the gym: “Kick ass like Popeye” mix

I thought it was time to take things little lighter and share with you my favourite songs for the gym. This recipe of songs for me is like Popeye and spinach; a medley of tunes that help me lift more, jump higher, go longer. Music is very personal and I admit, the entire list may not be your cup of tea. But I know I am always looking for a new song to freshen things up, and maybe there’s one here that you can add to your own mix that adds extra hop to your box jumps or another 10 […]

We are a city in denial

It is usually warmer than this. This cold is not typical. The Oilers are poised for greatness. Our murder rate is an unfortunate anomaly. Edmonton is safe. The snow and ruts have never been this bad. All this road construction is a sign of progress. We never get this much snow. We never get this much rain. They say the mosquitoes aren’t as bad as in the past. Compared to the average (snow fall, rain fall, mosquito count, crime rate – take your pick), we are doing pretty good. Our summers are always really nice. I love having four seasons. […]

“I have cheated on you.”

I confess.  I have cheated. Yes, paper books, I have cheated on you. I am having an affair with my e-reader. It started off as innocent flirtation. Kobo Touch is a cool, handsome gadget that admittedly has some pretty smooth moves. But my love of paper books runs deep. We have been together a long time. Flirtation is healthy, I reasoned, especially since Kobo and I would only ever be occasional travel companions. I rationalized that our relationship would start with just a book or two; simply two friends getting to know one another. Nothing more. Why? Because I love […]

How to look good in photos: Secrets of a professional photographer

Do you hate having your photo taken? You are not alone. Inspired by my recent, one-time experience as a poster girl, I decided it was time to get over this silly hang-up with some insider info on looking good in pictures from my favourite photographer friend.  Meet Curtis Comeau, a photographer from Edmonton that gets to photograph some amazing people and places across Western Canada and around the world. Every time I talk with Curtis, he is just off to or back from some exotic or adventurous destination. Check out Curtis’ blog if you love beautiful photographs (including ones of […]

Why I am not a foodie

If you don’t know me, you might read this title and think I don’t like food. If you do know me, you will be a bit confused. Why?  Because I love food. Big HEART love it. I just hate being called a foodie. I think I have done many of the things to credibly qualify as a “foodie”.  I was editor of a food magazine, Food for Thought, for nearly 5 years.  I knew how to roast a turkey and make my own stuffing by the age of 12. I had horseshoes on my ass when I got to go […]

Why you should hug a soldier

If you are reading this, you have a soldier to thank. Why?  Think about who, in part, gave you the ability to freely talk, work, move and think today?  A soldier. Many soldiers, in fact. Ones that fought in combats of the past and ones that serve today. That’s why today, or any day, you should hug a soldier. Today is the 67th anniversary of D-Day.  In case you don’t remember high school social studies, D-Day was the day during WWII when allied forces stormed the Nazi-occupied beaches of Normandy, France in an effort to free a path to Germany […]

Why I won’t miss Oprah

Will you miss her? Not ready to find other ways to fill your 5pm time slot? Still want to shed tears at yet another tragic story?  I am sure my male readers are agreeing with me, if they haven’t already clicked out of this post at the sight of the word, “Oprah”. Now, I am not denying her power and the incredible impact she has made on society and pop culture.  There is no one else that could take a book, movie, a movie star, a two-bit professional good at the sound-bite, industries, trinkets and trash and make it either […]

Top 3 benefits of travelling alone

Okay, let’s be clear. Travelling with a partner or a group of friends can be more fun.  But the reality for many, mostly single, people is that if they love to travel, they either have to wait for someone to come along, join a tour, or venture out and vacation alone.  Over the years, I have had the opportunity to travel alone in North America and Europe many times.  Admittedly, I prefer to travel with someone, but I also refuse to wait and travel until that someone comes along.  I love to explore new cities and cultures….why should I wait […]