Crowd control for introverts
Two recent experiences have modified my concept about how I interact with the world. I may be an introvert, but that does not…
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Elizabeth May addresses need for better communication
Prime Minister Stephen Harper is dismantling the institutions of Canadian democracy, Elizabeth May said at a freelance writers’ award luncheon on Friday. She…
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A virtual garden tour of Toronto
Early June is my favourite time of year to visit Toronto. What good luck that a conference brought me here the week. First…
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Barn swallows abundant but in decline
On a recent trip to the country, I was delighted to get a close look at some barn swallows at Reroot Organic Farm….
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Roundup: bad weather and climate change
The weather has been crazy: floods, drought, wildfires, tornadoes. Is climate change to blame? Is it here to stay? Here are some of…
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Plants or seeds? Gardening philosophy
These “Midnight Lightning” zucchini seedlings had germinated in my garden by June 1 from seeds planted 10 days earlier. With reliable watering, fertile…
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Tools for an urban adventure
Today is a special day in the blogathon: we are supposed to blog about our favourite apps. But today I feel like my…
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The 2013 Blogathon armchair travel contest
This month a contest in running on this blog. All you have to do is respond to a question. There are no tricks,…
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The dilemma of medicine
You can hardly tell to see it, but my baby toe is infected. It is swollen (if I had a “before” picture, it…
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Herbalist Scott Reid gives introduction to wildcrafting
Yesterday herbalist Scott Reid guided a workshop on identification and use of edible and medicinal plants. He demonstrated what a wealth and diversity…
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