Life is tough and confusing and weird. We all need help sometimes, and when you need an expert opinion, you turn to an expert opinion-giver like Robin Halper. Whatever problem you’re facing in life, Robin will have a solution. ***The Cascade cannot guarantee the effectiveness of Robin’s unique approach to life, but if you’re in a jam, get some advice by writing to halp@ufvcascade.ca
Shoe scrambling
Dear Robin,
I’m pretty sure my feet are growing because my heel is over the edge of some sandals I purchased last summer. This is insane because I’m 20 years old and haven’t grown an inch since I was 13. What should I do? What if I keep growing out of my shoes? I can’t afford that!
Sincerely,
Bigfoot
Hello,
Adults growing is a real thing. Statistics Canada reported that 83 per cent of adults over the age of 40 claim to have grown over two inches since the age of 20. So it seems like you’re growing, and along with that comes foot growth. Wait another few months to see if your feet get bigger, then donate all of your small shoes and splurge on some new ones! Yes, I know, you don’t have the money, but just think of it like this: these shoes are the ones that are going to fit you now for the rest of your life, so you might as well get some Gucci loafers.
Robin
Teachers needed
Dear Robin,
This past fall I applied for the teacher program at UFV and just had my interview last weekend. Unfortunately, I don’t think it went very well, and I’m not very hopeful anymore that I’ll get in. I have great grades, but I felt like they didn’t get to see what a quality person I am. I’m not sure when I’ll hear back about if I got in or not, but if I don’t, do you have any suggestions on how I can spend my year before I apply again?
Sincerely,
Trying to teach
Hello,
I heard that up in northern B.C. they’re so desperate for teachers they’ll take pretty much anyone, no teaching experience required. If you’re the “quality person” you say that you are, then those northern B.C. children need you! So pack your bags, rent an igloo, and get a job at one of those schools. Don’t even bother coming back to get your official certification if you’ve landed a job in the field.
Robin
