A chipmunk scurried up to a boot-shaped cup filled with sunflower seeds. After carefully surveying the surroundings to ensure no one was watching, it leapt onto the boot, skillfully hooking its hind legs over the edge. The chipmunk eagerly stuffed its cheeks with the seeds inside, so absorbed in its feast that it seemed to […]
The Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo is a marching show by military bands and civilian performers. It has taken place annually in Halifax since 1979. This is my third time participating in the Tattoo. One of the things I enjoy is meeting military band musicians who come from other states and countries every year. This […]
Halifax Wanderers Football Club (FC) is a Canadian professional soccer club in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The club competes in the Canadian Premier League (CPL) at the top of the Canadian soccer league system, and play their home matches at Wanderers Grounds in Halifax. I was able to join the Stadacona Band to play the National […]
During my visit to Moncton, NB for the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, I went for a run at 5:30 am. The stunning view of the Peticodiac River, also known as the “Chocolate River,” took my breath away. The sunrise over the river was so beautiful that I had to stop running to fully take in […]
Finally spotted this creature living in our backyard hill. So, it was this little one who kept creating mounds of sand no matter how much I cleaned up. Still half-asleep, it didn’t notice me and came out of its hole. Little groundhog! It was fascinating to see it up close. I wonder how many more […]
Three years after transplanting, the rhubarb finally bloomed this year, a sight I had never witnessed before. Intrigued, I delved into the topic and found that many suggested removing the flowers to prevent the plant from diverting its energy and weakening. So, Sam took the bold step of cutting them from the root. While uncertain […]
Having an apple tree in the garden had always been a dream. Finally, one arrived at our home. Though young, it already bears blossoms. It’s said that planting two apple trees can enhance cross-pollination. We acquired a tree with four varieties grafted onto it: Jonagold, Freedom, Red Gala, and Golden Delicious. To ensure optimal pollination, […]
Each year, setting up the bridge spans for access to the lake has been a manual task, but this year, it was accomplished in record time: a mere three hours. Sam, always striving for simplicity, innovates his approach each year to make the process as effortless as possible. Ready for summer in every way.
Embark on a journey just 80 km north of the cozy confines of Burgundy Dream B&B, and you’ll find yourself at the breathtaking Burntcoat Head Park, home to a natural marvel that commands attention worldwide – the highest recorded tides on the planet! Imagine, these tides reach an astonishing average of 55.8 feet (17.0 meters) […]
