Prior to creating this site and moving to China, I worked for several Canadian publications – including Canadian Musician, Professional Sound, Professional Lighting & Production, Canadian Music Trade and Pulse Niagara – in both writing and editing roles.

Because most of my writing experience prior to what’s below was in print form, I’ve no yet been able to track down digital copies to display here. If you are looking for a writer/editor for your project or publication, I occasionally do freelance work and would be happy to provide additional writing samples as required. Please simply contact me with some details and I’ll get back to you promptly.

Living With Strangers: A Freeloader’s Tale

Every time I tell a new traveller that I’ve just finished trekking around the United Kingdom and Ireland for two months and haven’t paid a thing for accommodations, most stare at me blankly, at least until the “what’s the catch” look begins to seep in.
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Amalfi: Adventure In Amore

Closing the browser window I had been cruising the Web with, I spun in my chair and with a sly smirk and a twinkle in my eye I looked to my travelling companion and asked, “Up for something different?”
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Tastily Tongue Thai’d

With nearly all fun-in-the-sun guides touting the beauty and benefits of Thailand’s postcard shaming scenery south of Bangkok, it is no surprise that many visitors in their rush to the beaches absently neglect the benefits of Northern Thailand.
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