Happy and I jumped in the car and rushed over to Tippy’s place. The minute Tippy saw Happy she slowly and shakily stood up and prepared herself to step out of the quiet and warmth of her comfy, safe little bed. Happy instinctively realized Tippy was a senior and very gently nudged her.
About Heather Hess
Heather is a free-spirited freelance Writer/Photographer who has traveled extensively in Mexico, the USA, Bahamas and Canada. She is inspired by the arts, music, foreign films, genealogical research, Aztec Astrology, Mayan Massage and ethnic cuisines. Heather created CanGoMexico.com and is presently developing a personal photography site. Heather is also Assistant Editor/Virtual Curator for Life As A Human. Heather is passionate about Monarch butterflies, dark roast organic coffee and bittersweet chocolate.
Exploring Scotland: Ten Spectacular Places
Scotland is understandably famous for its castles, and castle ruins are as equally breathtaking as the ones that have been restored. Dunnottar Castle is strategeously perched atop the cliffs in one of the world’s most spectacular settings. Take in some fabulous seascape views as you trek along the coastal path which begins at Stonehaven Harbour and leads towards the castle itself.
Departure Lounge to the Imagine Nation
This is one of the strangest phenomena I’ve ever seen. Is it possible that a cloud is shaped like a rainbow?
So Close – Yet So Far Away
Mary Tod Island, the home of “Jimmy Chicken” in the early years of the 20th Century, is a short kayak ride from the Oak Bay Marina’s sheltered kayak launching beach. My question is – who was Mary Tod?
West Coast Bloomers
I’ve lived on the west coast for the past 20 years and on many occasions friends from faraway places ask what keeps me here. I sometimes ask myself the same question.
A Pirate or Retired Sea Captain – That Sailed the Seven Seas Under A Clear Blue Sky
A centurion pirate, his looking glass and beloved mermaid once overlooked the conspiratorial sequence of events related to the progress of Victoria’s not so sheltered harbour.
Puerto Vallarta Sunset Serenade
When I look at this photo, I still hear the melody of the beautiful serenade he played for me!
In Remembrance of a Peacock
I was in awe the first time I saw the lacey white feathers of this beautiful creature! I visited this gorgeous peacock for years. A couple of years ago, she damaged a foot and started to limp.
Brunswick House – Bloor & Brunswick, Toronto
Ye Olde Brunswick House has withstood the sands of time and is one of Toronto’s oldest establishments.