1 What is your earliest memory of Edinburgh? I remember arriving for the first time on the train and seeing, with complete awe, Edinburgh Castle.
2 What are your memories from school? My school was called Brookwood Elementary and was in Alberta, C
anada. There was an enormous hill in the school grounds, and during the winter, when there was so much snow on the ground, we would go tobogganing for hours on end. Even the -30C temperature didn't stop us.
3 Where is your favourite place in Edinburgh and why? That's a tough question because there is so much diversity in the different areas of Edinburgh. That said, my favourite place has to be George Street – it's incredible that one street can have so many shops, bars and restaurants.
4 What are the best things about Edinburgh? I love the fact that everything is within walking distance and there is always an amazing view. Edinburgh also has a unique and tremendous atmosphere – everyone is just so friendly and it's unlike anything I've experienced before.
5 What would you change about the city? Absolutely nothing – I love the city just as it is.
6 Describe a perfect Edinburgh day/night out. I would get some sun in the Meadows before heading down to George Street for burger at Gourmet Burger Kitchen for lunch. During the afternoon, I would probably head into the Old Town to find an outdoor patio for a quiet pint. Then I would head back to George Street for a nice dinner and a few cocktails – and maybe even a wee boogie.
7 Which sports interest you? I love sport in general and am slowly getting into football and rugby. Being Canadian, ice hockey is in my blood – although it's quite a difficult sport to follow in Britain.
8 What was your most embarrassing moment? My most embarrassing moment has to be the time I lost my swim shorts in a diving contest, with a huge crowd looking on. Next question.
9 What is your greatest achievement? It has to most definitely be my daughter – she is eight months old and amazing.
10 Sum up Edinburgh in three worlds. Friendly, beautiful, classy.
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