Off to Portugal

Off to PortugalA Change in PlansThe weather today in Oakville has been crummy; snow, ice, rain… and I am supposed to be flying to Porto, Portugal to meet John.John has been in Yorkshire, England for the past three days. I couldn’t go with him due to a few medical appointments…but tomorrow John and I are meeting in Porto.The plan was that my son, Cameron, was going to drive me …

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Point Pelee Winter Getaway 2022 Specials

Give the Gift of Together Time. Point Pelee Winter Escape SpecialGift of Together TimeStill looking for that perfect holiday gift? With winter prices starting at $225 per night, how about an affordable Ontario getaway with family or friends in a winterized, three fireplace, lake front cottage at the gates of Point Pelee National Park in Leamington, Ontario. Willow Tree Lake House AccomodationsWillow Tree Lake house is a beautifully decorated, three …

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Back to The Bruce Trail

Back to the Bruce TrailDusting off the Hiking BootsA few years ago I made a well intentioned resolution to hike 100km of the Bruce Trail that year. I am embarrassed to say that I only did a little over 25km.After a recent unappealing visit to my weight scale, I’ve decided it’s time to dust off my hiking boots and get back on the trail.Tobermory Here We ComeIn May a …

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Point Pelee and Kingsville

One of Ontario’s best kept secrets is the town of  Kingsville near Windsor. I spent a wonderful long weekend there with a few of my closest friends. This small picturesque town situated on the shores of Lake Erie offers countless ways to spend a few days or more. Upon arriving, John and I and our friends Jackie and Barry immediately checked into our Victorian Airbnb rental. The Griffith house …

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