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North America » Canada » Ontario » Sault Sainte Marie June 28th 2015

An early start to the day, at 6:30 I returned to the casino for my third day of demonstration money (photo 1). That makes $30 total. If only I could stay another day to make it $50! I've discovered this is the only way to make money at a casino... After dropping off the last of our hazardous waste, we drove to see the treed rocky landscape with occassional swamp become gradually more open with more marshlands than rocky outcrops. 799km laster we arrived at Sault Sainte Marie. It's titchy bit quiet of a Sunday evening on the main street, but the old post office makes for a nice architectural point of interest (photo 2). A stroll after dinner brought me to the bosphorus of North America: A fountain on the Canadian side and a US ... read more
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North America » Canada » Quebec » Gatineau June 27th 2015

I had a few hours before seeing my little one off at the airport. I went to drop off a final load at the Value Village. Jeremy (photo 5) has been such a good natured helper. He now possesses almost half of our former belongings. I drove back to the casino for a quick look around (photo 6). Upon entry I received $10 with the intention that I learn how to gamble. Instead, I discovered an educational display and took the test. A minimum of eight percent of your spending goes to the house (photo 7). The more you play, the more you lose (photo 8). And the kicker: you can lose all your money here (photo 9)! All this in a tiny dank alcove, securely hidden away. I pocketed my $10, but will return for ... read more
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North America » Canada » Quebec » Gatineau June 27th 2015

The four girl friends were saying their goodbyes last night (photo 1). Our view from the room window is spectacular (photo 2). I won $5 last night at the casino without even spending anything. Today, I'm going to visit and get my free $10 (photo 3). And that is Ottawa in the distance (photo 4). Much better write ups and stories to come as we see Nicola off tonight.... read more
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North America » Canada » Quebec » Gatineau June 26th 2015

Woke this am to the rush of getting ready for graduation. She walked in these doors for the last time (photo 1). The hall awaits the grads (photo 2) and the piper brought in the students (photo 3). She received the first of many: the Margaret Atwood award (photo 4) and as a new grad smiled for the camera (photo 5). The University of Toronto National Book award (photo 6) and Ontario Scholar Advanced Award (photo 7). Here she is will all her awards (photo 8) and with her parents (photo 9). It is worth it.... read more
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North America » Canada » Ontario » Ottawa June 25th 2015

Staying our last night in Ottawa in the Comfort Inn. It turns out that we are right opposite the hotel that I stayed in on my first night in Ottawa, so many years ago. For the Chimo, what comes around is all around (Photo 1). Last dinner in Ottawa is the Pili Pili (Photo 2). We are all going to miss this newest attraction. The chicken is to die for: all the other customers agree (Photo 3).... read more
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North America » Canada » Ontario » Ottawa June 25th 2015

Here I am, ready to head off to Ottawa. Upon my arrival imaging my happiness at being able to dispose of this dresser. The same dresser whose drawers have never closed very well. Junking can have its rewards. And today the moving van arrived. We are loading up today.... read more
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North America » Canada » Ontario » Ottawa June 22nd 2015

We are only in the early stages of the pack up and my back has already given way. Getting the car seen to for the long drive ahead.... read more

North America » Canada » British Columbia » Nanaimo June 20th 2015

Reunification starts today. Flying again, as if it were an ordinary trip, but a very exceptional thing will happen. In keeping with recent exceptional events, this photo shows the venue of my first public performance. Everything is changing for the better.... read more

North America » Canada » Manitoba June 10th 2015

This trip really took the cake. It was eye opening. First, can you spot the former mayor in this photo? He was kind enough to buy two seats so no one had to sit next to him. Then in the hotel room, I had real difficulty deciding if the torn curtain was more difficult to look at, or the actual view. Finally, I found an inclusive washroom. I forgot to mention about how hockey is bad for your health. Half of the teenagers here chew tobacco!... read more
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North America » United States » Colorado » Denver June 10th 2015

...By the time I got to Colorado, I was ready for a real breakfast. And why not a Denver omelet in Denver? Half the potatoes, please. I think I'll pass on the individually suffocated apples, though.... read more
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