Planes, Cabs, Boats and Buses
My husband and I just returned from a week’s vacation on the high seas. It was truly a wonderful holiday; celebrating the New Year on a cruise ship is, I would say, a highlight in my life. Getting there, though, was somewhat of a challenge.
South Texas
South Texas gives Florida a serious challenge. Summer, when Canadians usually stay near home, is high season in south Texas. So the rest of year iis off-season with a sub-tropical climate and amazing prices for food, accommodation and attractions. Plus, the beaches on the outer islands of the Texas coast are extraordinary.
Finding Our Way Through Place and Time
I am fascinated by intersections and wayfinding. Not just city intersections and directional signage (though, as an urbanist, those interest me too) but the historical intersections and overlay of generations. And our ways of finding meaningful spaces in place and time.
The Man Who Loves Forests
Gary Schneider’s goal is nothing less than to restore the Acadian forests of Prince Edward Island, a place renowned for green farmland. One wood at a time, he might very well succeed.
Paradise Lost: Japan’s Suffering and Strengths
In the wake of Japan’s recent disasters, Julia McLean remembers a special Japanese penpal who first introduced her to a paradise she hopes is not lost.
My Own Personal “Cheers”
Kylen O. Lefave loves living in Victoria, British Columbia, which is a bit like the TV Show “Cheers”, where “everybody knows your name.”
Halloween at Billie’s
It’s not unusual to find a real mummy or two at William Jamieson’s place alongside authentic shrunken heads and two-headed creatures.
Burlycon Diaries #2 — Rosie is Fit to Be Tied!
In her second report from Burlycon, Rosie’s Bitts vlogs on discovering the big attraction behind bondage. It’s a bit of cheekiness that’s all in good fun.
Cuban Oasis for Golfers
When you think of Cuba you may not think of golf, but George Burden discovers that golfing in the seaside paradise of Varadero is one of the island’s best kept secrets.
Treasure in Nova Scotia?
Is the Holy Grail in Nova Scotia? Possibly. Was there a pre-Columbian Templar/Masonic presence in Nova Scotia? Probably. Was something extremely valuable hidden in Nova Scotia? Almost certainly.





































