Working full time really dampens our exploring, adventuring and blogging efforts. Nonetheless, we have made it our goal to take advantage of as many different experiences as we can during our time in Iqaluit. It is a purposeful choice that takes a little effort and a open attitude to dig out those unique opportunities that Iqaluit has to offer.
We spent this afternoon at the Francophone Center's "Happy Arts Cafe." A weekly Sunday afternoon that boasts "art, live music and pastries." Or at least that is what I could derive from its french website. What we discovered is some of Iqaluit's musical talent, from acoustic guitar to original folk music to crooning French love songs to a Juliard trained musician that reminded us of Phil Keaggy. It was such an enjoyable, relaxing atmosphere as we enjoyed our "cafe" and "brioche." We even got in on some line dancing. The cafe is open every Sunday from three to 6 pm and even serves supper. Incidentally, the Juliard musician is also an excellent chef!
One aspect of small town living we enjoy is meeting new people and the ease of getting to know one another here! Seriously, the big city thing of not making eye contact in public is something we don't miss at all! There is a real sense of community here, even in being 'outsiders.' It serves to show how badly we need human companionship and it's unfortunate that in bigger cities, we tend to stick to ourselves in closer knit cliques. This is a life lesson that we will take forward into our future moves; that a little community research, willingness to try new things and a kick out the door, leads to new friendships and expands our horizons in directions we never knew possible.
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