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Words Allison Smith, Editor-in-Chief I didn’t really start to enjoy cooking until I was in my early 20s and had left home. While growing up, it was my younger sister that my mom left in charge of chopping vegetables for the salad, putting dinner in the oven at a set time, or being the sous [...]

In our last issue, I opened up about the importance of mental health and the need to create space for open, honest conversations. I shared how it’s OK not to be OK – and that message clearly struck a chord. Since my First Word was published, I’ve received so many heartfelt notes and messages from

Words Jesse Holth Photo Janis Jean Matthew Kyriakides works in agrology – a science-based practice that supports agriculture and environmental protection – and is completing a PhD on farming techniques and soil restoration. We spoke about food security, bringing communities together, and the importance of long-term stewardship. What is your background? How did you first

Words Jamila Douhaibi Photo Janis Jean It can take decades for the perfect piece of sea glass to turn from jagged litter into smooth frosted edges that make it worth picking up. Sea glass aficionado Geraldine Bruckel has been collecting glass from the beaches of Sidney for as long as she’s lived on the Island.