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The Man Who Taught Me About Giving
In December 2012 I had an encounter with God where I learned He was real. It's nostalgic remembering what happened after. I didn't know...

Risel Furtado
Apr 26, 20236 min read
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God's Unknown Plans
A pivotal point in my life was when I quit my career and ventured out into the unknown. I believed my daily inspiration had to come from...

Risel Furtado
Apr 11, 20234 min read
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Meeting The Neighbours
Yesterday Ernest saw one of the neighbours at the construction project climbing up the fence of his house to peek over, to see what was...

Risel Furtado
Mar 14, 20232 min read
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From Rock Lifting To Body Building
This year I have a fitness goal. It's more challenging than any other year of my life and the one I like to talk about the least. My goal...

Risel Furtado
Mar 9, 20233 min read
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The Anomaly
Every day when I wake up I am excited to first of all peek out at the sky to see the gorgeous moon and stars. What I love most is...

Risel Furtado
Feb 24, 20233 min read
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Creating Community
When I immigrated to Canada at the age of 16, I had a difficult time adjusting to the country. I wanted to return to Trinidad and...

Risel Furtado
Feb 21, 20232 min read
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From Stilettos to Construction Boots
I think about how my life has changed drastically. From sitting in an office, wearing high heeled shoes and power suits to recently...

Risel Furtado
Jan 31, 20233 min read
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A Week Of Grace
Since returning to the Azores I did something I don't ordinarily do. I gave myself a week of grace. When we arrived, I felt as if I'd hit...

Risel Furtado
Jan 17, 20232 min read
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Goodbye Canada, Hello Azores Islands!
Just like that, we're not in Canada anymore Toto. I am writing this before leaving for the Azores. I have mixed feelings about leaving...

Risel Furtado
Jan 6, 20231 min read
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Canada On My Mind
What a fantastic way to start the new year, by resting, spending time with family and taking time to review pictures of my trip....

Risel Furtado
Jan 4, 20233 min read
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Returning To Inflation In Canada
The level of inflation in Canada caught me off guard when I arrived here. Many things have doubled in price. Eating out is most times...

Risel Furtado
Dec 27, 20223 min read
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Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas everyone from Ernest and me. We hope that wherever you are in this world that you have a day of reflection, fun and above...

Risel Furtado
Dec 25, 20223 min read
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Revisiting My Past
It's a winter wonderland today. The snow is falling, it's so windy I can hear the wind howling loudly. It's perfect. This fulfills the...

Risel Furtado
Dec 24, 20222 min read
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Let The Fun Times Continue In Canada!
The most meaningful experience I am having in Canada is visiting family and friends. Relationships top everything. Living the way that we...

Risel Furtado
Dec 14, 20222 min read
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When A Blessing Becomes A Reality
I am going through all kinds of things I had in storage. I found the letter I received from my Member of Parliament when I became a...

Risel Furtado
Dec 6, 20223 min read
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Soul Food In Canada!
This morning I was asked by my friend in Germany if I was enjoying Canada and eating real good. Food has been a wild experience for these...

Risel Furtado
Nov 29, 20222 min read
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The Things I Missed At Home
I arrived in Canada exactly the way I prayed for it to happen - safely and smoothly, no lines to join and no luggage to wait on. I'm...

Risel Furtado
Nov 25, 20223 min read
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I'll Be Home Before For Christmas!
After 2 years and 46 days, I will be home for Christmas. I can't contain my excitement! I missed so much over the past 2+ years. I was...

Risel Furtado
Nov 23, 20222 min read
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Cultural Differences
Recently I was reading comments in one of the expats groups I am in. My heart really went out to someone who said "Is it wrong to say I...

Risel Furtado
Nov 15, 20222 min read
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What I Learned In A Year Without Goals
I began to set goals each year when I was in my twenties. I did it on my own and didn't follow any particular structure. It was more of...

Risel Furtado
Nov 11, 20223 min read
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