April 22, 2012, marks a 42-year history of Earth Day. It started as a movement of people to demonstrate for a healthy sustainable environment. I chose to celebrate with a visit to a natural shrine.... Read More
My feet have been feeling very itchy these days. A long winter of wearing boots and wool socks has left my toes yearning for a change. In preparation for the spring season, I pulled out all of my... Read More
The other day while looking at the calendar I realized that the spring equinox was fast approaching. Gazing outside my window at the four foot snow drifts, I wondered where the natural signs of... Read More
In the city, the mundane chore of laundry was an onerous task, a necessary evil to complete at regular intervals to stay socially acceptable. Now it has become a joyous adventure. Yes, you heard... Read More
Hockey played outside, on a frozen lake, under the stars in the middle of the mountains is an event not soon to be forgotten. Frequently, after dinner, the staff and guests at the lodge will lace... Read More
I have a great deal of admiration for all those good folks who live in big cities. I was in Toronto on business last week, and I couldn’t help but notice the people striding through the hustle... Read More
Travelling in remote areas is always risky and dangerous. Last week when I experienced driving difficulties I felt very vulnerable yet grateful for the support that materialized. In spite of... Read More
When I choose to trek off the beaten path, inevitably I reach a point during the trek when I find myself wondering “should I keep going or should I turn around”. Once again I found myself in this... Read More