Beauty of Graffiti
How a chance meeting on twitter leads guest author Susan Jones to connect with writer TAL11K resulting in a poetic, insightful and creative collaboration on the subject of graffiti.
Louis Cyr: The Strongest Man In History?
Author George Burden explores the life of the amazing Canadian Louis Cyr, perhaps the strongest man in history!
Forays in the Kingdom of the Fungi – Part One
Julia McLean provides a humorous snapshot of mushroom hunting in Normandy.
Top 10 Most Loved Sandwiches
Americans love sandwiches so much, that the 3rd of November is celebrated as “National Sandwich Day.” To commemorate this year’s National Sandwich Day, Guest Author Greg Buckskin has compiled a list of the absolute best 10 sandwiches ever.
Charlottetown Sojourn
Charlottetown, P.E.I. – the historic Canadian city where a nation was born, where politicians became drinking buddies, and where you can now enjoy ice cream, funnel cake, great shopping and a wonderful arts culture. On a recent tour of Province … Read more →
Why Jack-o-lanterns Are Politically Incorrect
The custom of hanging out orange lanterns on Halloween has its roots in Protestant-Catholic conflicts in Ireland. Other holidays this time of year with a similar theme are William of Orange’s birthday (November 4) and Guy Fawkes Day (November 5). Customary observances of a public nature, even if of dubious origin, are valuable community builders.
Moseying Around McNab’s
George Burden explores the largest of Halifax Harbors historical and fascinating islands.
Camembert: A Legend
Julia McLean writes about a cheese – the soft, smooth texture and the rich, creamy taste. Camembert, the history, the legend and a bit of advice on how to enjoy it
Television: A Window on the World
Julia McLean expresses her opinion about changes over the decades in television programming.
Georges Island
Georges Island is the smallest of the four main islands near Halifax Harbor. It is also one of the most intriguing.
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