The air is still cold, yet I can hear the whispers of spring. In the dim light of early morning, the once-frozen water begins to thaw, only to form a delicate layer of ice again—thin, fragile, and breaking apart with a soft, crisp sound. The daffodil bulbs I buried before winter have not all fallen […]
Hinamatsuri, or Girls’ Day, is a traditional Japanese festival celebrated on March 3rd. It is a day to wish for the health and happiness of girls. Families display dolls and prepare special foods and sweets. Common dishes include sushi and sweet sake. The festival also signifies the arrival of spring.
I had my first skate at the Emera Oval, a year-round outdoor facility on the Halifax Common. In winter, it transforms into the largest outdoor, artificially refrigerated ice surface. This season, I had only stepped onto the frozen Lake William for a brief glide, so this was my first time skating such a long distance. […]
Wow, even our big lake, Lake William was almost completely frozen! My friend did cross-country skiing! So, Sam suddenly started clearing the snow to make a skating rink. I gave it a try, but the surface was so rough that I could barely glide. Then, I heard the ice cracking beneath me and bolted off […]
Charlie Lake is located just under a 30-minute drive from Burgundy Dream B&B. A scenic 3 km loop trail circles the lake, offering a moderately challenging route that takes an average of 50 minutes to complete. The lake itself is quite small, about 1 km at its longest point, and in winter, it freezes over […]
About an hour’s drive and 80 kilometers from Burgundy Dream B&B lies the charming town of Truro, a place I visit several times a year and one of my personal favorites. Even in winter, Victoria Park offers a rewarding walk deep into the valley—as long as you watch your step. The crisp air and refreshing […]
My day began with an invitation from a friend to join a hot yoga session. Stepping out of the warm, tranquil studio into the crisp air felt like being pulled back into reality, but the clear blue sky was invigorating. In the afternoon, I ventured out for a trail walk and stumbled upon a scene […]
During the winter break, I finally had the chance to slow down and enjoy some baking. One of my long-standing goals was to make sourdough bread from scratch. Starting with creating the starter, I faced many failed attempts along the way. But at last, I managed to bake a beautifully crafted loaf. The bread, fermented […]
