I feel like we have to over-justify why we stay in the Maritimes. Like we should just know that we’re in the have-not provinces and should want to do better. And we’re myopic to think it offers anything more than a rest stop on the path to greater things.
(Clearly this subject hits for me, a Saint Johner.)
Such a gorgeous read, Alison!
Thanks Rebecca!
I feel like we have to over-justify why we stay in the Maritimes. Like we should just know that we’re in the have-not provinces and should want to do better. And we’re myopic to think it offers anything more than a rest stop on the path to greater things.
(Clearly this subject hits for me, a Saint Johner.)
Yupppp. I’ve definitely gotten the “you’re from where? And you stayed?” reaction. And it’s gross.
Very interesting!