Step This Way

Recently we were driving back roads in the Ardoise district of Hants County with our friend Beth, who knows the lay of that land. I called for a photo stop when we came upon this former garage, because I'm fond of buildings with stepped gables. Beth remembered when the business was still in operation (not…Read More

Looking Spry

The day after the first snow storm I was up bright and early to take the car in to have winter tires installed. The dull and dripping morning was brightened by a chance to explore some of Spryfield on foot. Here's what I noticed. I'm fond of the rama suffix so it felt auspicious to…Read More

Tag Day

It's sad that every year, it seems, there is a little controversy around Remembrance Day poppies. Last year it was Don Cherry's "you people" rant, this year Whole Foods misstepped. One year people were shamed for making little interventions that would keep a poppy attached to their coat for longer than 30 seconds. Poppies are…Read More