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Leaving Home in The Summer of 1966
Originally published March 18, 2012 I never got homesick that first summer away from home in 1966; I was too busy growing up and learning how difficult life could be. It all began shortly after my friend Terry Hill (one of the ‘Hortop Boys’ I hung around with) mentioned that he would work on the…
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Guess Who Caused The Terror on 8th Avenue?
Originally published June 24, 2012 On my morning drive from Langley to White Rock, I noticed several bright flares on both sides of the road ahead. As cars passed me from the opposite direction, I could see from their looks of terror that something terrible must have just happened—but what? As I got closer, I…
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The Barnston Island Challenge
I often go for walks without deciding where I’m going until I leave the house. Although this may sound impulsive, I seldom, if ever, regret my choice. But sometimes, getting to my destination is more of a challenge than the actual walk. And yesterday’s decision to walk on Barnston Island is a perfect example. Let…