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Have you survived Blue Monday—the third Monday in January, often called the most depressing day of the year? I didn’t come up with this term, but I understand the sentiment. The cheer of the holidays already feels like a distant memory, and realizing we’re halfway through January is a stark reminder of how quickly a year can slip by. Despite the surprising gift of sunshine in Vancouver these past weeks, winter still holds us in its grip. While many rush to the mountains to play in the snow, I couldn’t be happier at home, immersed in creative projects with my cat Milo for company.

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