I'm Hosting the CCFCC Cook Off!
Food? Charity? And getting to see my friends from the kitchen at the Ottawa Mission?
Awesome! I am honoured to MC the CCFCC Cook Off in May.
I don't have a large amount of info right now on account of Baby2's impending arrival. However, if you're on a mad hunt for details there is more info about the CCFCC, local charities and upcoming gala available: CLICK HERE.
Ed Sheeran Celebrates '÷' By... Working at HMV?
Ed Sheeran bought and sold his new album at a record shop because... OF COURSE HE DID!
Celebrating the release of his third LP ‘÷’, Sheeran visited a local HMV in downtown Lodon to make an official purchase. Did I mention he was also wearing an Ed Sheeran ‘÷’ tee complete with an Ed Sheeran name tag while puchasing the album on both CD and vinyl? Oh, he than jumped behind the counter and helped employees sell his album to customers!
The album is already projected to be one of the hottest selling LPs for 2017. We're still waiting to hear about North American tour dates. You can see the full itinerary and score ticket information (when it becomes available) by CLICKING HERE.
Bella Hadid and the Weeknd, Katy Perry's New Do and Sheeran VS. Bieber?
Bella Hadid Keeps Running Into the Weeknd
Awkward run ins with the ex SUCK. They SUCK! But if it keeps happening... you get pretty good at knowing how to shrug off that awkward feeling. It also helps when your sister has your back.
Bella and Gigi were modeling in Paris for H&M's runway show on Thursday. The Weeknd was on stage performing only days after launching his "Spring Icons" collaboration with the clothing company. A fan caught Bella's expression when she strutted past her ex while he was singing "Nothing Without You."
Bella and the Weeknd were together for a year and a half. He has recently been linked to Selena Gomez.
Ed Sheeran Clubs Bieber
Sheeran revealed that, while vacationing in Japan, he and Justin Bieber wound up on a golf course and decided to try something risky.
“We’d been out to a dive bar. He just drank water and I got hammered... Then we went to a golf course, and he lay on the floor and put a golf ball in his mouth and told me to hit it...”
The stunt did not go well. Bieber got cracked in the face while his security guard looked on with concern.
Katy Perry on Orlando Split
After dating for over a year, Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom announced their "respectful split" though a joint statement given to People. Because the split seems so unbelievably friendly, everyone is wondering what really happened.
Perry debuted a new look today reminiscent of Miley Cyrus' pixie-cut. She insists the inspiration actually comes from Michelle Williams (Dawson's Creek, Manchester By the Sea).
How Acupuncture Helped Me Survive Pregnancy
When the weight of this pregnancy nearly had me considering Sick Leave and leaving work over a month early, I knew I had to try something, anything to keep going up until my proper leave date.
Some backstory...
I have rheumatoid arthritis. It affects every joint in my body (major ones include ankles, hips and wrists) and has since I was about 18 months old. I'm 30 now. So. Yeah. It's been a wild ride! This is my second pregnancy. I was not working full time during the first (which is stressful in a different way).
December 2015: I gained 40lbs with my first pregnancy.
It was around seven months into this pregnancy that the weight combined with stretching of ligaments and joints in my pelvic region started causing me some outta-this-world pain! I knew it wasn't just the RA and if it continued, how could I continue to be focused at work? I could barely walk to the white-board (about 10 feet from the microphone. Oh, I'm a radio DJ, BTW). Work itself is pretty low-impact, thank GOD, but you know you're in for a rough go when doing things like walking to the washroom, moving studios/offices and getting from the parking lot to said studios/offices leaves you absolutely drained. I was heading to bed before my 2 year old!
I don't like to miss work. The idea of Sick Leave was present in my mind, but I was unwilling to accept that as reality. So... I went to the doctor. Something's gotta give, right? The doctor strongly suggested I try acupuncture.
Hmm...
I had never considered acu-treatment before but the good doctor told me about this place downtown that was great and I was willing to try anything. The place?: OC3. I was set up with Dr. Steen and, let me tell you, his positive attitude and genuine interest in his patients' well-being really helped to keep me going through those painful sessions. Yes. Acupuncture probably cured me, but holy shit. It hurt. It definitely hurt. Dr. Steen (whose official title includes the following: B.Kin, ART, DC Chiropractor) is also a chiropractor (see official title reference like, four words ago), so we would often mix treatments.
What started as two to three appointments per week turned to once a week as my situation improved. The weight was still piling on of course but towards the end of my time with Dr. Steen and the OC3 we cut my appointments back to one every two weeks.
I'm nine months pregnant now and in great shape thanks to some brilliant medical intervention. Every appointment reminder came with an invitation to rate their business and care online. I told myself I wouldn't say anything about their service(s) until I had wrapped my time there.
I can't imagine being in this positive of a head space, feeling this good physically and being able to still be a "fun mom" for my 2 year old, very active son feeling the way I had prior to visiting the OC3. What Dr. Steen has done for me in 8 sessions over the course of 2.5 months is absolutely remarkable. I would highly recommend visiting the OC3 (conveniently located off Elgin St. at Cartier and Lewis with lots of street parking available nearby).
I will be pursuing further treatment with the OC3 post-pregnancy to deal with some ongoing issues relating to my RA which, again, is a method of treatment I hadn't previously considered.
If you have any questions, comments or concerns that relate to this blog post: CONTACT ME. I will gladly answer any and all Qs relating to rheumatoid arthritis, pregnancy with RA and my experiences relating to the treatment I received at the OC3.
My last day with these awesome people! Look at me, walking and smiling and stuff! (Feb. 28, 2017 @ KiSS 1053)
QUICK HITS: OSHEAGA, Coachella & the Katy/Orlando Split
Gaga Fills Beyonce's Slot at Coachella
Lady Gaga confirms she will take Beyonce's place at the upcoming music festival in Indio, California this spring. A very pregnant Beyonce was scheduled to perform two headlining shows at Coachella but was advised by her doctors to "keep a less rigorous schedule in the coming months." Fans of Beyonce will be happy to hear that she will be back in the festival's line-up for spring 2018.
Katy Perry is single again... Sort of
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have seemingly split after a year. The couple(s reps) made a joint statement to People magazine saying "Before rumors or falsifications get out of hand, we can confirm that Orlando and Katy are taking respectful, loving space at this time."
OSHEAGA's 2017 line-up is LIT.
Here's what we know: the Weeknd, Muse and Lorde set to headline alongside other heavy acts like Major Lazer, MGMT, Crystal Castles, Run the Jewels, Solange and more.
The festival takes place August 4th, 5th and 6th in Montreal's Jean-Drapeau Park.
For passes and prices, CLICK HERE.