There are some strong mother figures in popular novels, poetry, films, and mythology who are celebrated or justly maligned. Some are inspirational, and others provoke the utmost terror. And some are unsung, yet play an important part in the stories of some of the most iconic characters of our time.
Mother’s Day: Is One Day Really Enough?
One day out of every year is not nearly enough time for appreciation for the one who is responsible for your safe arrival. Even the so called “inadequate” mothers deserve credit for not withholding life.
Juggling Work and Family While Mapping the World
Graham Nickerson suffers a wicked sword blow to the neck from a pint-sized warrior. With a mighty roar, the swordsman strikes again. This time, Graham manages to raise his arm against attacker. Alas, his arm is hacked off at the shoulder. Sitting right there at the kitchen table in front of a laptop full of […]
65 Red Roses – Celebrating Eva Markvoort
When she was a child, Eva Markvoort’s malapropism for “cystic fibrosis” was 65 red roses. During her too brief life, Eva reached out to millions of people through her blog and the film 65_RedRoses.
Jordan – Timeless and Tantalizing
Alas, for many people, the Middle East conjures up images of strife. True, Jordanians find themselves in a tough neighbourhood; reports from Israel, Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq often paint a disquieting picture of this part of the world. But Jordan is an oasis of calm from one end to the other.
Memories of Montreal and Being Jean Béliveau
Gil Namur pays homage to one of his personal heroes – and one of the true hockey greats -Jean Béliveau of the Montreal Canadiens.
Alleys: A Photographic Obsession
Nathan Thompson has made a photographic study of alleys, where he finds the discarded, the forgotten and, occasionally, humanity’s hidden gems.
So Long, Mr. Spock. It’s Only Logical We’ll Miss You.
After years of playing our favourite half-Human, half-Vulcan, Leonard Nimoy is retiring from his role as the much-loved Spock of Star Trek fame.
Ghosts of Gallipoli — The Meaning Behind Anzac Day
On April 25 each year, Australia pays homage on Anzac Day to its sons killed in war at Gallipoli. Vincent Ross recalls travelling to the land where so many thousands of Australians, New Zealanders, Turks, Brits, French, Indians and Canadians met their death because they were landed on an impossible stretch of coastline, the tragic casualties of British imperialism.
A New York Love Affair
Located right in the heart of New York’s Bowery, the Double Crown is a culinary sensation. Amidst exotic decor you’ll experience the influence of eastern flavours upon British traditional fare. The results are a menu that includes Venison Wellington, Miso-glazed Bone Marrow, Pheasant and Licorice Pie, and Rendell’s favourite dish, Tandoori Foie Gras Torchon with Earl Grey.
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