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Day #10: Just Listen…

(clique aqui para ler em português) I consider myself a very optimistic person. I know I have my days of grumpiness, but even then I believe that it will get better. The only exception is when I am asking for

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Day #10: Just Listen…

(clique aqui para ler em português) I consider myself a very optimistic person. I know I have my days of grumpiness, but even then I believe that it will get better. The only exception is when I am asking for

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Day #6: Being Multiculturally Grumpy

(Clique aqui para ler  em português) We all have a day when we contradict ourselves. Some studies say that we do it all the time. Even though our thoughts appear to be consistent to ourselves, we would sound straight up

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Day #6: Being Multiculturally Grumpy

(Clique aqui para ler  em português) We all have a day when we contradict ourselves. Some studies say that we do it all the time. Even though our thoughts appear to be consistent to ourselves, we would sound straight up

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Day #2: About My Digital Legacy

(Clique aqui para ler em português) This morning, I came across this great post by Chris Brogan on our responsibility as media channels that has me thinking about my own digital legacy. After answering all the questions asked by Brogan, I actually

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Day #2: About My Digital Legacy

(Clique aqui para ler em português) This morning, I came across this great post by Chris Brogan on our responsibility as media channels that has me thinking about my own digital legacy. After answering all the questions asked by Brogan, I actually

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Happy Holidays!

This Christmas will be our first one in Canada after 2 years of tropical holidays in Brazil. It will also be our first Christmas in Toronto, so we are preparing for the cold weather. It’s funny how after only five

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Happy Holidays!

This Christmas will be our first one in Canada after 2 years of tropical holidays in Brazil. It will also be our first Christmas in Toronto, so we are preparing for the cold weather. It’s funny how after only five

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It's Starting to Look Like Christmas Around Here…

I don’t know if it’s the food, the weather or the cultural shift, but since I moved to Canada I catch myself saying that Christmas is my favorite holiday. It might be due the absence of a decent Carnival party

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It's Starting to Look Like Christmas Around Here…

I don’t know if it’s the food, the weather or the cultural shift, but since I moved to Canada I catch myself saying that Christmas is my favorite holiday. It might be due the absence of a decent Carnival party

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Canadian Immigration: Are We Supporting the Creation of Second-Class Citizens?

I wrote this blog post a week after the changes in the parents and grandparents application process was announced by Minister Kenney. At that time, I stopped myself from publishing it after listening to the opinions of a friend who

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Canadian Immigration: Are We Supporting the Creation of Second-Class Citizens?

I wrote this blog post a week after the changes in the parents and grandparents application process was announced by Minister Kenney. At that time, I stopped myself from publishing it after listening to the opinions of a friend who

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I'm Pursuing a Masters Degree in Canada!

Yes, I am working on my 3.0 version. This upgrade comes with different letters after my name and has its release scheduled for Fall 2012 As nice as it sounds, let me tell you, going back to school is very

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I'm Pursuing a Masters Degree in Canada!

Yes, I am working on my 3.0 version. This upgrade comes with different letters after my name and has its release scheduled for Fall 2012 As nice as it sounds, let me tell you, going back to school is very

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5 Years Later: What Changed?

Wow! My fifth year in Canada arrived faster than I expected. This year’s celebration happened under a pile of assignments and recommended readings (not complaining, just reporting the facts). The confusion between October 15th and 16th continues and I still

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5 Years Later: What Changed?

Wow! My fifth year in Canada arrived faster than I expected. This year’s celebration happened under a pile of assignments and recommended readings (not complaining, just reporting the facts). The confusion between October 15th and 16th continues and I still

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Being Erica: Discover Toronto Through CBC's Interactive Map

In the weeks leading to the premiere of Being Erica‘s fourth season, CBC developed an interactive website with social media and mapping components. The new website features allow fans to follow the tweets of Erica and Julianne, download various freebies

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Being Erica: Discover Toronto Through CBC's Interactive Map

In the weeks leading to the premiere of Being Erica‘s fourth season, CBC developed an interactive website with social media and mapping components. The new website features allow fans to follow the tweets of Erica and Julianne, download various freebies

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Toronto: First Memories and Pictures

I love Toronto! Life seems easier, easier than I thought it would be. Toronto isn’t the centre of the universe, but surely makes you feel like you’re in the middle of it. There is so much going on here! So

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Toronto: First Memories and Pictures

I love Toronto! Life seems easier, easier than I thought it would be. Toronto isn’t the centre of the universe, but surely makes you feel like you’re in the middle of it. There is so much going on here! So

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The Real Meaning of Relocating

“We are relocating.” Since I married Mr. Ames, this has been one of the most common sentences of my expat life. I blame him a little considering that he is the one responsible for me “relocating” to Canada. I say

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The Real Meaning of Relocating

“We are relocating.” Since I married Mr. Ames, this has been one of the most common sentences of my expat life. I blame him a little considering that he is the one responsible for me “relocating” to Canada. I say

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#NETCulture: The Multicultural Discussion Must Continue

Photo credit: Jeremy Lim On April 5th, I had the opportunity to share my story as an immigrant and professional at #NETCulture: Stories of Culture and Diversity in Social Media. The turnout was incredible! Over 200 people showed up to discuss multiculturalism

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#NETCulture: The Multicultural Discussion Must Continue

Photo credit: Jeremy Lim On April 5th, I had the opportunity to share my story as an immigrant and professional at #NETCulture: Stories of Culture and Diversity in Social Media. The turnout was incredible! Over 200 people showed up to discuss multiculturalism

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#NetCulture: Stories of Culture and Diversity in Social Media

Don’t you think it’s very ironic that when I finally get invited to give a presentation about social media this blog experiences the deadliest month ever? I have been very excited about the #NetCulture events since I first learned about

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#NetCulture: Stories of Culture and Diversity in Social Media

Don’t you think it’s very ironic that when I finally get invited to give a presentation about social media this blog experiences the deadliest month ever? I have been very excited about the #NetCulture events since I first learned about

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Women in Leadership Foundation: 3rd Annual Superwomen & Friends Gala

This Saturday, I am taking my engagement with the Women in Leadership Foundation to the next level. As a 2010 mentee and gala event volunteer, I will be one of  WIL’s enthusiasts greeting you at the 3rd Annual Superwomen and Friends Gala at the Fairmont

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Women in Leadership Foundation: 3rd Annual Superwomen & Friends Gala

This Saturday, I am taking my engagement with the Women in Leadership Foundation to the next level. As a 2010 mentee and gala event volunteer, I will be one of  WIL’s enthusiasts greeting you at the 3rd Annual Superwomen and Friends Gala at the Fairmont

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Vancouver: We Day 2010

On October 15th, I joined Ron Sombilon and Matt Nest of Ron Sombilon Gallery to photograph We Day, a day-long event created by Free The Children to celebrate the power of young people to create positive change.  I wasn’t the

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Vancouver: We Day 2010

On October 15th, I joined Ron Sombilon and Matt Nest of Ron Sombilon Gallery to photograph We Day, a day-long event created by Free The Children to celebrate the power of young people to create positive change.  I wasn’t the

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Star Wars in Concert

I bought the Star Wars in Concert tickets after watching The Making of Star Wars in Concert on TV.  I bet the force was with me at that moment; buying these tickets was the wisest decision that I’ve made so

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Star Wars in Concert

I bought the Star Wars in Concert tickets after watching The Making of Star Wars in Concert on TV.  I bet the force was with me at that moment; buying these tickets was the wisest decision that I’ve made so

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