Grown!

So, I am officially done my internship with the Mississauga Arts Council (MAC)....which means I have officially completed my education....which means I am an official adult? Time to get a job? Buy a house? Get married? Have a mini-Becky or two? Get arthritis? Buy a condo in Florida? Spoil my grandkids?

Oy. The thought of how quickly life may fly by makes my head spin.

At this point in time, I am just hunting for my next GRAND adventure...one step at a time!

Below is an article I wrote for the MAC newsletter on my last day as an intern...ch-ch-ch-check it out!

Happy t&t,
<3 Becky
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Five weeks.


In five weeks time you can drive to British Columbia and back four and a half times, you can grow your hair around 1.25 inches in length, or you can climb Mount Everest from base to summit close to three times (in good weather). You can also finish your post-graduate education and complete an internship at the Mississauga Arts Council, which is the route that I chose to take.

As a Public Relations intern at the Mississauga Arts Council, I have gained experience in all different forms of communication. I have had the opportunity to further develop my writing, editing, design, research, networking and social media skills through various projects, and I was lucky enough to do all of that while working in an office with a positive vibe.

While reflecting on and comparing my internship adventure with friends and classmates, I have realized how lucky I was to have been placed at MAC, the non-profit arts organization run by fierce and vibrant arts ambassadors. Some of my peers have said a lot about their big offices, their view of the CN tower, and their free lunches, but they don’t have much to say about the actual work they accomplished. I don’t know anyone else who, during their internship, took part in the execution of two fantastic events, appeared on television with Austin di Iulio from So You Think You Can Dance Canada, was responsible for the design and content of a program for a large awards show, familiarized the organization with social media networks, was quoted in the Business Times, made phone call (after phone call) to all types of local, regional and national media, developed a further understanding of the non-profit world, and brushed shoulders with the amazing talent that Mississauga has to offer.

Well, the five weeks have flown by and the road has come to an end. My adventure as a member of the MACpac has verified my personal passion for communications, non-profit organizations, community, the arts, and the importance of working for an organization that I truly believe in.

At the end of this day, it will be time for me to pack up my items and take the first ‘grown up’ exit on the highway of life. I don’t know where I am headed, but as my favourite quote says “We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures that we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open.” -- (Jawaharlal Nehru).

My eyes are wide open. Bring on the adventures.
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Glorious.

Camping at Pinery Provincial Park was glorious!

Sand, sunshine, campfires, tasty treats, giggles, beautiful lake, falling asleep to the sound of the waves...it was lovely (just really, really cold at night).

We would (& likely will) return in the summertime when the crystal clear waters of Lake Huron can be properly enjoyed!

Until then, campouts in my backyard will have to do...(and they DO do! so fun!).

Happy trails & travels,

-- Becky <3

The Pinery.

There is simply nothing better, to me, than the outdoors. One of my favourite activities of LIFE is camping. The smell of campfire, the unusual noises, the stars, the friendly strangers, the awesome conversations, the endless games of UNO (my personal fav), and that peaceful feeling that overtakes your body while you are there. It has been a favourite past-time of mine ever since I was a child, and I think it probably always will be.

Next weekend, the Powerpuffers (Deni/Ana/Myself) are setting out for our first camping trip of the year. Weeee!!! So happy. I realize it is still May, and currently it is FREEZING cold outside (and snowing up North!!) but we can totally handle whatever Mother Nature decides to throw our way. I AM hoping for a little bit of sunshine though.

We took our first camping trip together last summer and had a BLAST, so we decided to get an early start this year. Plus, there is no guarantee that we are all going to be spending our summer in the same city (or country, for that matter) so we have decided to at least get this once trip in.

We are hitting up Pinery Provincial Park. This will be the first time I camp at this park, but it looks like a beauty. I cannot wait!

This time next weekend I will be sitting in my classic camp 'socks, sweatpants and sandals' outfit by a roaring fire, attempting to create the perfect smore, playing UNO, drinking a beer and having inspirational chats with my besties!

Woo hoo!

Happy trails & travels,
-- Becky xo <3