Canada Diary: Chasing The Simple Life Kindle Edition

Many of us at some point in our lives think, “Is this all there is?” There must be more to life than working 9 to 5? More to life than this rat race. The simple life is calling. Imagine going from a fast-paced materialistic lifestyle where the car you drive and the postal code you live in defines who you are and turning up in a new land with nothing aside from a dream; a dream that will ultimately help you understand what's really important in life. For many immigrants, Canada represents this dream. A land full of opportunities, a land so rich with nature, so open-minded . . . a place that offers more than just work work work and earning just enough to go on vacation for a few weeks a year. Dreaming and planning that one or, maybe two weeks of vacation all year long, if you're lucky. There has to be more to life, and that can be found in Canada. Can't it? But, let's be honest, nothing is quite that black and white. I wrote this story to bring you an honest look at the realities behind my own experience of chasing a dream to a new land: the challenges of moving to Canada (from understanding the housing market to healthcare and relationship pressures, with hints and tips to help you settle); the opportunities that living in Canada presents; the highs and the lows; and ultimately, to lead us to the BIG question: “What are you really willing to give up to live that dream?” Read more