Tag: Canada

  • Say It With Me: Birds Aren’t Real

    It kind of makes sense if you think about it hard enough.

  • There’s a Hair Freezing Contest? Sign Me Up!

    Take THAT, boredom!

  • Happy Boxing Day

    What the heck is Boxing Day, anyway?

  • A Celebration of Light

    Don’t miss this spectacular event!

  • Vancouver for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

    The food… My God, the food…

  • Glacier National Park, Montana

    Climate change waits for no blogger.

  • Civil Trade War

    So now Trump thinks Canada is a security risk? Oh, come on. Those people won’t even jaywalk at an intersection. Seriously. There could be no cars for miles, and they’d still patiently wait for the crossing signal. Trump imposing tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and the European Union is like walking up to your three best…

  • My Book is in Another Library!

    During my last trip to Canada, I stopped in to visit the Vancouver Women’s Library. I’ve blogged about this great organization before, and I remain very impressed with their mission. Because of that, I was really excited to add my book, A Bridgetender’s View: Notes on Gratitude, to their collection. They’ve invited me to do…

  • Emily Carr, Canadian Modernist

    Emily Carr (1871-1945) is one of Canada’s most renowned artists. I am embarrassed to say that I’d never heard of her until I stumbled upon a permanent collection of her work at the Vancouver Art Gallery a few years ago. I’m so glad I did. It keeps me coming back. She was a native of…

  • Cruising Down Chuckanut Drive

    It astounds me that more people don’t take advantage of America’s scenic byways. Perhaps people are in too much of a hurry to take such detours anymore. I think they’re well worth it. I’ve never been on one that didn’t fill me with awe. Chuckanut Drive, also known as Washington State Route 11, is one…