I have more photos of the Trumpeter Swans we encountered on Wednesday’s road trip. Today I’ve played around with the images a bit. Normally, other than the occasional adjustment on contrast or perhaps on the brightness, I tend to offer… Read more
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The 11th hour, on the 11th day, of the 11th month
In honour of all soldiers & military personnel, past and present, who fought and saw action due to war. Even those who came back home, are forever changed by the experience. Today I particularly honour two of my family members…. Read more
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A letter from Jack
It was SO windy yesterday! And yes, the water really was that blue — taken during the last of the bright afternoon sunshine In the midst of two extremely full, busy days but thought I’d check in quickly. I’ve signed… Read more
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the salty truth
I seem to be doing more blog posts than usual these days. That’s likely going to slow down a bit because I’m registering for an art course and my piano lessons start up again right away. A few quick notes… Read more
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Simple things = One Really Great Day
I had such a great day today. It honestly began with finishing a fantastic novel ( The help by Kathryn Stocket ) last night and I awoke thinking about it. As we usually do, I made us a cup of… Read more
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“While the dough is rising, life goes on.” ~Peter Reinhart
So, I was thinking of making the world — or at least my corner of the world — a bit better. So I decided I’d do that with cinnamon buns! In this past week I’ve baked ginger lime cheesecake, tangerine… Read more
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I Forgot to Tell You …
About the young senior couple (oh about 60-ish or so) who were so wonderfully in love. While sitting two rows behind them at the Michelle Wright concert. He had his arm around her shoulders and would sometimes hug her close… Read more