This photo shows a recent overcast day at a small lake just outside of Yellowknife. To me, the landscape is iconically northern-looking with much evidence of the Canadian Shield covered by short trees. Clear ice is also forming on this pond. Probably enough to walk on, but I wouldn't take the chance yet.And, one more shot…
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Happy Thanksgiving
Summer reflected in the bounty of fall. Happy Thanksgiving.
Don’t Call Me Petal
Are there "pet" names in your life? Names that are perhaps more sour than sweet? Names that make you roll your eyes? Or worse, make you want to hurl? I mean, I've been called names that, well, I can't repeat here. Like, you know, twitface and frackwit. I can take those. But what I really…
Big Red
I found these beautiful red bushes glowing in their fall mantle. I don't know what kind of bushes they are, but like most things in life, they're just passing through, gifting us with their colour before they're gone. Happy Fall.
Life in cancerland: 18 tips
Caitlyn Kelly has shared with her readers some of what she has learned about living with and recovering from cancer. Thank you for sharing, Caitlyn. ❤ https://wp.me/p10LNZ-dyz
Too Gorgeous
We recently visited Twin Falls Gorge Territorial Park not far from Hay River, NWT. The river was very low from the dry summer but the falls were still very impressive. It was an invigorating visit - quite cool at only 6°C. Winter is approaching quickly and yes, it will be cold. Be we will also…
Do You Know What These White Spots Are?
It's not a case of really bad dandruff. It's not dry skin. It's not an example of galloping exfoliation. Nope. It's snow. I know I'm in the north, but yikes. That's soon even for here. However, at least we don't have a hurricane coming at us. To those who do, stay safe. Good luck and…
Northern Autumn
Here in the north ... ... the rivers are low. It has been hot and dry. But it's cooler now and the autumn colours emerge quickly and early. The birches are lovely ... ... and the air invigorating and fresh. But soon, all this will be covered in snow. We have to enjoy the wonders…
Summer Fun
I love these sculptures on the east shore of Lake Okanagan. The city of Penticton has lovely beaches that are very child-friendly and geared to lots of kid-fun. That sentiment is reflected in this appealing and charming set of sculptures. Great summer fun. In the northern hemisphere, summer is drawing to a close. British Columbia…
A Touch of the Grape
The Okanagan Valley of British Columbia has the perfect environment for growing many types of wine grapes. The Okanagan is famous for its pinot gris grapes (Hillside Winery). They produce a dry white that goes with many meals. It's very mild and damp in the winter and very hot and dry in the summer.…
