travel
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The Weight of the Quiet Hope
There were prayers I whispered on quiet commutes, carrying nothing but the fragile hope that one day, life would meet me where my dreams had already gone. Just me by the window, the steady hum of the bus, and the same familiar streets slipping by—so often they began to feel like silent witnesses to every… Continue reading
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4th of MARCH at DOWNTOWN, Toronto
The fact that over 50 per cent of the residents of Toronto are not from Canada, that is always a good thing, creatively, and for food especially. That is easily a city’s biggest strength, and it is Toronto’s unique strength. — Anthony Bourdain Toronto, Canada. Well, it has been given many nicknames – The 6ix.… Continue reading
About Me
I am a lifelong learner in an open society, driven by a deep curiosity about human behavior and how understanding it can help shape a better future.
My passions span foreign affairs, literature, the social sciences, education, law and order, diplomacy, national defense, foreign languages particularly French, music, film, technology, travel, textiles, high heels, wines and spirits, and, of course, cats.
Books have always been at the center of both my work and my life. I am especially drawn to works on strategy, history, and human nature, with The Art of War by Sun Tzu remaining one of my enduring favorites. I cannot imagine a life without books—they are both my greatest teachers and my favorite companions. Reading continually broadens my perspective, challenges my assumptions, and inspires me to learn, think, and engage more deeply with the world.
Cheers!
Bernadette :)
The Swaying Queen 