Stand on me: Linguistics of love

Stand on me: Linguistics of love

by | Feb 17, 2016 | Humour, Stories | Satire

Would you date someone who is a native speaker of a language that you were in the process of learning? It can be difficult enough to communicate in my first language without a few cups of strong coffee, but since I like a challenge and I have a high threshold for...
Sexism and birthday parties

Sexism and birthday parties

by | Dec 5, 2013 | Op-eds, Opinions

I had a most interesting experience today trying to book a party for my soon-to-be-four-year-old girl. It could have been simple. I knew where she wanted to have the party, who she wanted to invite, and when we wanted to book it; with lots of flexibility for working...