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Nathaniel Christopher’s blog
One year since jaw surgery
On Jan 16, 2017 I got corrective jaw surgery at UBC Hospital, my first-ever surgical procedure. One year on I’m doing better than ever. The surgery was successful, my recovery was brisk and my j...
My 2017 Christmas newsletter and card
Greetings from Nanaimo! I’m enjoying a very nice Christmas in my hometown of Nanaimo, Vancouver Island. It’s always great to reconnect with old friends and relatives. Anyways, here’s...
I got yet another handwritten card from Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall
Today my mailman buzzed my door and said, “delivery for Nathaniel Christopher from Her Majesty!” This was a reasonable guess as the envelope was post-marked “Buckingham Palace”...
I voted in a mall (again)
Today I voted for my candidate of choice in the 41st British Columbia general election… at the mall! The election takes place on May 9 but a lot of people choose to cast their ballot in advance ...
My 2016 Christmas newsletter
GREETINGS FROM NANAIMO! I like to send out a Christmas card and newsletter every year and 2016 was no exception. I miss the days of print media so I welcome any and every opportunity to produce a prin...
I got another handwritten card from Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall
Yesterday I came home to a Delivery Notice Card informing me that an official letter from the United Kingdom awaited my signature at the nearest postal office. It was either some royal commemorative c...
Remembering my diabetic cat Khan (14 Feb 2005 – 15 May 2015)
In February 2008 I adopted a three-year-old grey cat named Khan. “My neighbour Pat is looking for a new home for her cat Khan,” my sister tells me. “I think he would be perfect for you. He’s cal...
Telus came to my building tonight
Earlier this afternoon the maintenance guy in my building was putting up the Christmas decorations. “Ooh! Are you going to put up the tree today?” I asked. “No,” he replied. &#...
I finally got braces!
I got braces today. I’ve wanted and needed them for as long as I can remember and now that I have them it’s a bit surreal. It’s a dream come true. One of the first things people notice about me is the...