Jason’s Comments (group member since Nov 03, 2013)

Jason’s comments from the Hello Hemlock! group.

prosesroses wrote: "I thought I would mention that the book "Sojourners and Sundogs" is tough to find. It's not available (out of stock) on the Chapters Indigo website or the bookdepository.com (my usual haunts) - at ..."

I agree that this book was very difficult to find. I suspect it is out of print. I wasn't able to find it in my city, so I bit the bullet and ordered a used copy from an Amazon seller.

I'm sorry you are having a difficult time finding it. I don't want people to feel like they have to purchase a book in order to participate, though it seems in this case to be the only option. Hopefully whoever has the copy in your library returns it and you can scoop it up!

Benjamin wrote: "Hello! I'm Ben, a college student from California. My major is in geography with a minor in plant science. I'm always looking for something new to read."

Hello Ben! It's nice to have you along with us! Your studies sound interesting. What are you hoping to spend your life doing?
Looking forward to reading together and hearing your thoughts on these books. :)

Jemeima wrote: "Hiya! I'm Jemeima, a university student from Switzerland. I am currently majoring in Japan studies and my minors include English literature and history of art.
Honestly speaking, I don't think I ha..."

Hi Jemeima! Wow, it sounds like you have a demanding course load at university. What interesting subjects! Who are some of your favourite writers?

Nueng wrote: "Sa-Wad-Dii-Kha

I'm Nueng from Thailand. I'm working for Thai Glassware Manufacturer as Business Development.
I don't make a video because I'm not good in English specking.

Canadian literature is ..."

Hello Nueng! It's so nice to have you in this group with us!
Since it's difficult for you to find Canadian books in Thailand, we'll try our best to select some really good ones for you!
What is the Thai literature scene like?
It's nice to meet you and we're so glad you joined us. :)

Karatepop wrote: "This is so cool - it's great to get to know the people who comment and watch in a different way. It's great that there are people from outside Canada, too! Interesting!

Hi, I'm Karate. I make vi..."

HEY KARATE! <3

Ikebukuro wrote: "Hello! I'm Ikebukuro. Usually I don't join group because my written English is not so good as it used to be but I like so much the Hemlock channel that I'll be happy to join this one. I'm French an..."

Hello and welcome! We are so happy to have you join in with us! Your written English is not bad at all - MUCH better than my French is! Maybe you can teach me a thing or two! ;)
Where have you traveled in the past? And do you paint with watercolours or are you like me, someone who just appreciates art?
So happy you're part of the group! :)

Jason wrote: "Hello! My name is Jason. I'm a financial advisor living in Alberta, Canada. I love Canadiana, and our rich, hands-on creative culture. I've just read my first Alice Munro collection this year (cong..."

Yay! Another Jason! Hello to you!
Since you're a financial advisor, I'm going to have to ask you to give me some tips because I'm something of a spendthrift and it needs to stop. Ha! (But really.)
I love your passion for Canadiana! I'm quite the same way. Have you always felt this connection to Canada? For me, it's somewhat recent. Only in the past three or four years have I come to understand the feeling I get from it and what it means to me.
Also, thrilled to see another Albertan representative! Welcome aboard!

Monica wrote: "Hi! My name's Monica. I'm not Canadian, but I really enjoy watching Hello Hemlock videos and hope to start reading alongside everyone and participate in an actual book club for once. I graduated fr..."

Hello Monica! I'm so happy you're now part of our book club!
Your history degree sounds fascinating - I considered a history minor for a long time. What is your area/time period of interest? Would love to hear more!
I'm excited to get to know you better and talk about some CanLit with you. :)

Ann wrote: "Hi! My name is Ann. I am currently attending school, but it's my final year. i am also planning to go to the university and then be a chemist. yay!
I am from russia and i really like read classics"

Hi Ann! It's nice to meet you!
How exciting to be in your final year of school with the future wide open ahead of you! I'm sure you will enjoy university very much!
I'm very interested in Russia and took some Russian language classes in my first couple years of university, but I'm not very good. Maybe you can help me out! ;)

Am I allowed to introduce myself?!

Hi! I'm Jason! I'm one part of Hello, Hemlock! I also have my own YouTube channel called theheavyblanks, as well as a music channel! I am a university student studying comparative literature, and a volunteer at the Canadian Literature Centre. CanLit is my passion!

What about YOU?