Funny Signs: Boston
Well, you don’t want them entering through the front gate…. This is actually a sign directing people to the statue of General Joseph Hooker (who coincidentally was a notorious ladies […]
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‘Finding Yourself in Canada’ Photo Project from Kijiji
Calling Canadian shutter bugs! Do you have a great image that represents the ‘True North Strong and Free’? Kijiji Canada is sponsoring the ‘Finding Yourself in Canada’ project, a collaborative […]
When More than the Travel Bug Bites…Tips for Avoiding and Managing Dengue Fever
I just got over dengue fever in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, and wanted to share some things I learned. Before now I had only heard of it and really had […]
Diwali: The Festival of Lights
One of the most important holidays on the Hindu calendar, Diwali is known as the festival of lights. The name “Diwali” or “Divali” comes from the word ‘deepavali’ which translates […]
Many Faces of Day of the Dead
Day of the Dead is a photographer’s dream. I just can’t get enough.Here are some more of my images from Oaxaca, featured on the Vancouver Sun and The Province
All Things Pumpkin
It’s biggest claim to fame is it’s annual gig as ‘Jack’o Lantern’ but this popular autumn fruit (yes, fruit) is not just a pretty..err…scary toothy face. The pumpkin has a […]
Four Day of the Dead-esque Songs to Help you Learn Spanish
If you are learning Spanish, (or any language for that matter), songs are your best friend. The melody helps the lyrics stick in your head and it’s a great way […]
Dia de los Muertos VS Hanal Pixán
Day of the Dead in Mexico is fast approaching and I am excited to have tickets to Xcaret’s Festival of Life and Death in my sweaty little hands. Thanks to […]
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