Tag Archives: day trip

Day Trip to Snohomish, Washington

Posted on January 30, 2019 by

A view of the Snohomish River, it doesn’t look as beautiful in January as it does in the summer, but with weather mild enough to take off my coat, I’m not complaining. Jean wore her SAVE THE DUCK jacket, a … Continue reading →

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Niagara-on-the-Lake in Autumn

Posted on October 23, 2018 by

With so many pleasant autumn days, we had another chance to drive to Niagara-on-the-Lake this month. The sun was shining, no wind and it’s always a little warmer on the Niagara Peninsula. First stop, the Lavender Shop, always a treat … Continue reading →

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Twice as Nice: shawls in beach colours

Posted on September 7, 2018 by

I bought these shawls in two colours. One is sandy beige that I wore over black and added turquoise jewellery. This sea-breeze blue one worn over white makes a totally different look. My tank top has fake pearls, so I … Continue reading →

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Weekend Getaway: Beach Style

Posted on August 20, 2018 by

Sauble Beach The west coast of Southern Ontario is dotted with beach towns all along Lake Huron. Summer is the best time for taking a road trip to Sauble Beach. It’s not only one of the most popular beaches in … Continue reading →

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A Tale of Two Cities

Posted on April 12, 2018 by

 I borrowed Charles Dickens’ famous title with the same cities: Paris and London. Lunch in Paris; Dinner in London Living in Southern Ontario means you can have lunch in Paris and dinner in London because these cities are an hour’s … Continue reading →

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Summer Holiday

Posted on July 31, 2016 by

Another song starts playing in my mind. Remember Cliff Richard? Well, he was my teenage idol. I went to see the movie and bought the album, played it till it wore out and got burned into my brain. We’ll be … Continue reading →

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Little Pink Dress

Posted on October 21, 2015 by

Fun in the sun … but only after 4:00 PM–till four in the afternoon, I stay in the shade. I bought this pretty, pink shift in Germany (Stuttgart-Feuerbach). First time wearing it was when I got home. I wore it … Continue reading →

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Elora – Part Two

Posted on August 24, 2015 by

There wasn’t enough time to see all when I stopped by Elora on my way to the dance party, so I went back the following week. The CHANTICLEER SHOP REFIND Salvage featuring eclectic boho, rustic and shabby chic. JEZEBELS an … Continue reading →

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Detour through Elora, Ontario

Posted on August 20, 2015 by

Once a month, I lead a Ceili-style dance, which includes Irish and Scottish country dances, as well as other fun dances from around the world. These dances are usually held in various small towns around southern Ontario. While on the … Continue reading →

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Palazzo Pants at a Grandioso Palace

Posted on June 27, 2015 by

Well, it’s not quite a palace but it sure looks like one and feels like one walking around this marvelous, HUGE estate. Palazzo pants are grand for an elegant affair. A similar look to a long skirt. Palazzo means palace … Continue reading →

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