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The road travelled. Lessons learned. Adventures and misadventures, alone and shared.

Start 2023 With a Month of Stories

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What do YOU want to be when you grow up?

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10 Tips for Capturing Wildlife Photos

I had a surprise visitor in my yard yesterday evening. I’m lucky to have lots of wildlife show up outside my window but the deer don’t usually get this close.  The lingering snow this year has them wandering outside their usual zones to find tasty tidbits. I love trying to get pictures of wildlife whether… Continue reading 10 Tips for Capturing Wildlife Photos

What’s in a name?

Today’s post is inspired by the daily prompt from The Isolation Journals, a creative writing project with daily prompts from Suleika Jaouad. (description from the website) A Daily Creativity Project to help make sense of challenging times.This spring, Suleika will be serving up daily journaling prompts from some of the most inspiring writers, artists, musicians… Continue reading What’s in a name?

Saying goodbye to a much-loved pet

Sasha enjoying the view from an open window. One of her favourite things

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