I am often asked what it was
like growing up and being from Canada? Most of my American friends are curious about how friendly Canadians are, want to know if the school system is the same
(yes) and how paying higher taxes are put towards everyone’s health care? But my
favorite question has to be… did I know Drake?
Believe it or not… yes he
did live near, but sadly my singing career hasn’t taken off in the same way.
You can usually tell the
difference between our countries by the Canadian smiling and apologizing and
knowing about ketchup chips & smarties. The sarcastic humor, proud to learn
French & ice skating to school.
But how does Canada view
America now? Canada, our cold friend, seems to be happy to put their arms around
our shoulders, but not fully committing to being our parent.
As we changed Presidents a lot of American citizens crashed the Canadian Immigration website, but maybe Canada is on to something with a happier, but much
much colder way of life. All I know is the second I get onto an Air Canada
plane the apologizing and kindess comes flying down the aisle.
Has Canada taken
over the American Dream? Last weekend I saw this segment on CNN’s Fareed Zakaria and overall Canada does sound like they are doing
pretty well. Higher percentage of college degrees, higher rate of life
expectancy and the sixth happiest place in the world.
Have
you ever asked yourself what would our society be like without citizens going
bankrupt due to health care and education costs? That’s basically how to have a caring country that watches out for one another. J’adore
California and the stunning beauty of the Bay Area. We are nestled in magical
views, gorgeous backdrops and nearby wine country, but what would it be like if we married the
two countries? Do you think Canada is the new American Dream?
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