Here are the books I've read so far this summer and there are still 6 more weeks to go! :-) … [Read more...]
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Pleasure Reading Book List – 2015
Here's a list of the books I've read in 2015 - latest at the top of the list. You can also check out the books I read in 2014. I've bolded the books I enjoyed most. The Light Between Oceans: A Novel - M.L. Stedman Half Broke Horses: A True-Life Novel - Jeannette Walls Lisey's Story: A Novel - Stephen King Born to Run - Christopher McDougall - Loved, Loved, LOVED this book. SO well … [Read more...]
Snowbirding 2011 Begins
The first 10 days of our trip was hellish, but fun --- in a freakish kind of way. :-) Four days prior to our scheduled November 2nd departure for points south, I came down with a humdinger of a cold and dutifully spent 2 days in bed attempting to ward off a nasty case of bronchitis. Apparently, two days wasn't nearly sufficient rest, as I'm still spewing, hacking and dripping 2 weeks on. That … [Read more...]
51 Things…
Will wonders never cease? It's my 51st birthday. To mark 'the event' I thought I'd write 51 things you may or may not know about me. Nationality - Canadian Heritage - Dutch (mom) and Polish (dad) Siblings - None. Spoiled lonely child. Hometown - Toronto, Ontario, Canada Towns Lived in - Cornwall, London, Timmins (Ontario) / Vancouver, Genelle, Prince George (British Columbia) / … [Read more...]
Pre-Departure Checklist
This is the travel checklist that I use to plan what we'll pack to bring on trips and so we don't forget to lock the doors! Feel free to print out a copy for your own use. Missing something? I've linked to various online merchants that offer the best deals on travel gear, apparel and accessories. Before You Leave... Passport and Visas Don't know what you need? Skyteam provides a … [Read more...]