Every year, I make sure to take a much needed time out at the end of every wedding season. This time, I went to Dubai! It was a totally surreal experience and I thought it would be interesting to share a few landscape photos from the other side of the globe. I went to visit my … Continue reading That time last week that Amie Le Blanc traded rain for sand dunes in Dubai
When Mom and Dad moved to Pemberton in the early fifties, moose were plentiful and somewhat of a nuisance to farmers, apparently, as they tore through fences and were attracted to domestic cows during the rut. There were many stories of encounters with moose on winter roads wherein drivers had to wait out the moose … Continue reading Moose Watch with Connie Sobchak
How does the wettest October on record end? With a dash through the woods, a truckload of candy, and a bang. As always, Dave Steers is there, with his lens trained on some of our community's best moments and great people. Happy November.
Do you know what I hear a lot? "I have almost no photos of myself with my children". What?! You're with them practically 24/7. You're together for every adventure, every milestone, and every family dinner. How is that possible? Mom's the one taking the photos. (Okay, sometimes it's Dad - but this post is for … Continue reading Hey mamas, get yourselves in front of the lens.
What do you think of when someone mentions "logging"? When I was growing up in Pemberton, I often heard very strong opinions about the industry; some said it was unnecessary and harmful, while others that it put food on their tables. I've seen peoples' faces morph into opposition when I mention that I come from … Continue reading What we don’t necessarily think about when we talk about logging… Amie LeBlanc gives a clearer picture
Shares Victoria, "This photo was taken in Quilchena, a reserve near Merritt, my dad's hometown. I'm in love with this photo because of the color but as well as because of my love for this land. I have so many childhood memories here and it is good to be back to visit family I haven't … Continue reading Sometimes, the land speaks to you. Sometimes it sings. This photo by Victoria Saddleman is of the song.
Paths are wonderful things but they usually lead to predictable destinations; by stepping off the trail, I have made some chance discoveries. For instance, there is a grove of maples at the old school farm which provides year round pleasure for those who pass beneath it - brilliant flutters of yellow leaves in the fall, drooping canopies … Continue reading Just Off the Path
One thing about fall, that differentiates the season from the summer it chases, is that there's a lot less traffic on the roads, which is rather nice, doncha think?
Sometimes it's not about the "where" in photos, but the "what" that makes it priceless. Sure, mountains are gorgeous. Lakes and waterfalls are breathtaking. But they sure aren't going to entertain a 7 year old for very long, or intrigue them enough to generate that cheeky grin of sheer joy. The answer? Swings. Swings are … Continue reading Swinging out of summer: a photo gallery from Amie Le Blanc
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