African Adventures: Botswana Cycle Safari with our Besties (Part 1)
The bicycle is a curious vehicle. Its passenger is its engine. John Howard, US cyclist There are certain routine activities that we engage in that we compare to learning to ride a bicycle. Why is that? It’s as if riding a two-wheeled, self-propelled, chain-driven structure in a forward direction – and hopefully in a
Interview with Nicole Wolf: Artist, Illustrator, Author
2019-01-15 IAC with Artist Nicole Wolf at Calgary Central LibraryDownload Nicole's bio, courtesy of Calgary's Central Library where she recently completed a three month Artist In Residence stint, reads as follows: "Nicole Wolf is a visual storyteller with a passion for sharing underreported stories. She holds an Associate's degree in Fine Art at Grant MacEwan University
Derek’s Insights Into Paramedical Therapy: Chiropractic, Physiotherapy and Massage Therapy
Did you set some goals for 2019? How are you tracking with those? Are you still remembering to review and monitor them regularly? I remain determined to stay focussed on my 2019 Revolutions that I shared at the start of the year. So far, I’m tracking reasonably well. Admittedly I’ve made limited progress with things on the
Derek’s 12 Must-Have Hot Tub Necessities and Accessories
There is nothing quite like a soak in my outdoor hot tub as the winter snow flakes tickle my face and the icy chill prickles my skin. Add to that good company, gentle conversation and a soothing beverage to sip on and I can pickle out there for ages! Our hot tub on a winters
C&D’s homemade ice cream endeavours
We are by no means ice cream experts, but that doesn’t mean we don’t like our ice cream. After all, that’s why we’ve tried out and recently short-listed our favourite Calgary ice cream and gelato destinations! Now, some might think we are extreme frozen dessert enthusiasts because we happened upon and bought an almost-new-once-used-still-in-the-box
Derek’s Hot Five Calgary Ice Cream Escapes
Age does not diminish the extreme disappointment of having a scoop of ice cream fall from the cone. Jim Fiebig What's the difference between ice cream and gelato? Here is a short lesson from Christine Gallary. Ice Cream: Fat and Fluffy Ice cream is a frozen dairy dessert made of milk, cream, sugar, and (typically) egg yolks. Traditionally,
Derek’s Top-Pick Toboggan and Sledding Slopes in Calgary
I recently shared with you my dismal track record with my winter outdoor mis-adventures as well as my feeble attempt at cross-country skiing. I hope you'll find these to be entertaining reads rather than a deterrent to embarking on some outdoor family fun. Family Fun at Fonda Christa at Hidden Valley Hidden Valley Rush Here is a summary
Derek’s Top-Pick Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing Spots Around Calgary
You will likely have gathered from some of my recent candid writings that I lack proficiency skills in the winter outdoor activity arena. I've recounted stories of my misfortunes while downhill skiing and tobogganing, while my cross country skiing capabilities leave room for significant improvement. But that hasn't deterred me from persevering and
Derek’s Top-Pick Calgary Outdoor Ice Skating Locations
Despite my poor winter outdoor sport track record and capability that you can read about here, I have it on very good authority that the list I’ve pulled together below provide some of the finest outdoor ice skating fun for the family around Calgary's neighbourhoods. Skating rinks maintained by the City of Calgary Click on the (⛸)
A Tribute to Tuesday Shopping: My Costco Infatuation
Since moving to Canada I have become just a little obsessed with shopping at Costco. I spent my formative 18 months in Calgary on a visitor’s visa while awaiting my permanent residence which would entitle me to work. I had an inordinate amount of free time on my hands to explore. One of my favourite weekly – and sometimes twice-weekly
