Rachel's Blog
May 9, 2010
Following a community member's idea of using Sarah O's birthday to show appreciation for all that she does for the Ottawa-Gatineau community, there was an immediate and strong response by those of us who have benefited from her presence, her grace and her charm. I'll be making Sarah's birthday wish come true tomorrow with my donation to some of her favourite local causes as a gesture towards fulfilling her birthday wish.
May 6, 2010
Tomorrow, I will be a speaker at the Miss Universe Canada 2010 Fundraising Gala in Montreal. The theme of the night is "BEAUTY WITH A PURPOSE", and the profits to go Haiti's Red Cross.
May 2, 2010
Canadian blues, Canadian talent: JW-Jones CD Release at the Rainbow Bistro, with special guests the One Faith Singers (wink!). What great talent we have right here in Ottawa!
May 1, 2010
They are still doing fundraisers for Haiti Relief, and I am still attending.A re-invented Rimbobmante will be playing a benefit show to help raise funds for shelter for the Haiti earthquake victims as thousands of people who lost their homes are still living under tarps and sheets. For those of you not familiar with Rimbombante, they started out playing jazz influenced covers of classic boleros from Latin America.
April 27, 2010
Tonight, I enjoyed the cocktail in celebration of South African Freedom Day with the Ambassador and my friends. On to the FIFA world cup!
April 26, 2010
It is unfortunate the Ottawa Sentators didn't get past the Pens, but at least Montreal is still in it.
April 22, 2010
It was well worth staying up late to watch the Sens kick butt! GO SENS GO!
April 14, 2010
I'm wearing pink today because it is the Jer's Vision/Day of Pink Gala. Jer's Vision: Canada's Youth Diversity Initiative.
April 4, 2010
I attended the service at the 6th Baptist Church in New Orleans. There's nothing like African-American traditional gospel choirs!
March 21, 2010
I will be interviewed tonight on live radio. http://www.chuo.fm/en/onairguide#bouyon
March 20, 2010
It's Sugar Shack time! A sure sign of Spring.L'oiseau est ds le nid, le nid est ds le trou, le trou est ds le noeud, le noeud est ds la branche, la branche est ds l'arbre, l'arbre est ds ses feuilles.
March 12, 2010
I am attending a Chile Fundraiser for earthquake victims, tonight. Note Chile has sent many MDs to Haiti.
March 4, 2010
Thanks to my MP Galipeau, I got a seat at the Throne Speech, probably Michaelle Jean's last. What an honour! I was sitting in the same row as Astronaut Julie Payette! I also got an copy of the Throne Speech autographed by the Prime Minister of Canada. Also, I got to chat with Walter N., the head of the armed forces. An eventful day for sure!
March 4, 2010
Sending a shout-out to all the Canadian athletes who finished 4th (8 if them) and 5th (10 of them) @ the Vancouver Olympics.
February 28, 2010
Canada vs. USA. God Medal Game. He shoots, he scores!
February 10, 2010
While doing reseach for a presentation on black canadian history which will be shown in participating Ottawa schools, I was reminded that the province of British Columbia was founded by Sir James Douglas, the "father of British Columbia", in the 1950's. He happens to be the first black provincial Governor in Canada, and possibly North America. What is so special about him is that he created an environment in Victoria B.C. where European settlers, aboriginals, blacks and Americans coexisted in peace -- a trademark of Canadian values. I wonder if the Vancouver Olympics' Opening Ceremonies will honour this man, or will we miss yet another opportunity to shine a light on black Canadian heroes?
January 16, 2010
After meeting with the Prime Minister of Canada yesterday, I can assert the genuine efforts of our Canadian government to come to the aide of Haiti in this difficult time.
January 15, 2010
The new website HelpHealHaiti.ca takes account of Ottawa-Gatineau area events coming to the aid of the victims of the earthquake in Haiti.
January 14, 2010
Tonight, I join a friend of mine in organizing the first Ottawa-area fundraiser to help Haiti.
January 12, 2010
Thank you to everyone who had a special thought for my family in Haiti! Let us continue to support those who have yet to hear from their loved ones.