10/12/2026
It's been over a decade since calling PEI home. Today is a special day. On Thanksgiving, there are many things to be grateful for. As a Canadian, we have so many privileges and have the freedom to practice my faith.
Over the years, I've had a steep learning curve, living in a new country, so high up north. Canadian winters were something I had never experienced before. In Taiwan, you'd rarely see snow! I'd have to hike up to the mountains to catch a glimpse of powdery white snow.
My first year in PEI was met with a big storm that almost buried our living quarters completely in snow. Never in my life had I seen so much snow! Thank goodness for kind neighbours! And icy roads...who knew that roads could actually freeze over? That was a challenge for me. I slipped quite a few times before I learnt how to keep my balance or just simply maneuver my way around it. Now I hardly fall anymore, and I love it when it snows!
Eating oatmeal was also something new. I wasn't used to it at first, but because our Islander friends taught us how to cook it, I gradually began to like eating oatmeal. Now, it's one of my favorite foods!
At first, I came to Canada just so I could follow my heart and practice my faith. And yet, the Island has broadened my horizons in ways I had never expected. I'm grateful for the experiences and the many, many people who've helped us along the way. On this special day, I want to say with my most heartfelt appreciation: Thank you. To all friends, neighbours, and kind souls who lent a helping hand. Happy Thanksgiving!
