We had a lovely conservation, this majestic creature and I. It was early morning and the crisp air of fall enticed me outside to do a bit of gardening before the day got busy. He was admiring my hibiscus and I was admiring his antlers, pointed toes and high heels. He may have been hopingContinue reading “Urban Deer Story”
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Watching the garden grow
Each evening since arriving in Cape Breton almost 7 weeks ago I have attempted to take a photo of this backyard. A couple of days were missed while I was travelling but the main goal of tracking the growth of the garden has been maintained. It is easy to lose sight of progress when watchingContinue reading “Watching the garden grow”
170-Year-Old Pipe Organ in Cape Breton
Shortly before leaving BC to drive to Cape Breton, I heard of a 170 year old pipe organ in a Catholic church on Isle Madame. Notre Dame de l’assumption, located on the small community of Arichat, NS is the home of a 1-manual tracker organ, built by Henry Berger in 1854. The day after arrivingContinue reading “170-Year-Old Pipe Organ in Cape Breton”
Road Trip Reflections: A Journey to the East Coast
After 11 days of driving with pauses to visit along the way, I arrived on the east coast at my daughter’s home. I didn’t stop to take many photos especially during the last few days of driving since I was just eager to get to my destination. It was a good trip. Several of theContinue reading “Road Trip Reflections: A Journey to the East Coast”
Blank pages
This morning I stayed home to participate in The Hatch, a monthly gathering of over 200 people who are connected through their interest in journalling. Many people, like the founder, Suleika Jaouad struggle with chronic illness; others have joined (as I did) shortly after its start during the Covid shutdown. Today I chose to writeContinue reading “Blank pages”
Home
I was sad to be leaving after such a short visit. On my last two days we drove to see the sights and spent time talking, exploring and planning. Flight delays on the way home to B.C. resulted in an unexpected overnight stay in Toronto, giving me more time to think before returning home. TimeContinue reading “Home”
Peace
The house is quiet again. No more folding paper airplanes, building LEGO tractors, looking out for the deer, watching the quail families hunt for food. Well…I can still watch the wildlife in my backyard on my own but I admit that it is much more exciting to see the looks of amazement in my grandson’sContinue reading “Peace”
Twins
These two siblings were lounging in my backyard just after sunset a few days ago. I live in the middle of a small city of 160,000 people. Wildlife seems quite abundant, with deer visiting almost daily, coyotes patrolling the streets at night and reports of cougars lying in wait for deer at a nearby creek.Continue reading “Twins”
Thunderstorms
During the past 10 years when I lived on Vancouver Island I can recall only one mild thunderstorm. In the Interior they happen frequently. This evening I am sitting out on my deck enjoying the lightning bolts and thunder along with storm clouds as they catch the light of the setting sun. Bliss.
Warmth
Moving back to Kelowna has its blessings. My son and I are able to spend more time together. After hikes with his two girls, Gia and Lacy, he often invites me to meet him at a restaurant or pub that allows dogs on the patio. Here they are resting beneath the picnic table. Gia isContinue reading “Warmth”
Reflections 