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Have You Heard the “News”?

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“What if alternative energy isn’t all it’s cracked up to be?” That’s what the Associated Press article following Patrick Moore’s Twitter comment below asks at the outset. Mr. Moore (Patrick not Michael) observes that the story (which by the way I agree is a “must read”) may mark a major shift in attitudes among the “alternative energy” crowd. I doubt it. I don’t think that Michael Moore, no matter his supposed influence, is in any position to change the attitude of the committed environmentalists, who are the principal advocates of “alternative energy”. Besides, it may be that the AP interpretation … Continue reading Have You Heard the “News”?

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Penthouse Potatoes

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On Sunday I revelled in a glorious autumn day. On Monday I looked up at a cold grey sky. The little light spot at top, center-right was the sun, and without its welcome warmth it was an uncomfortable but accepted challenge to harvest my tomato crop. Not very impressive, but given the cold and damp summer up here I’m pleased with this tiny bonus. I’m given to understand also that it has been a poor crop season for potatoes in most of Alberta, due to excessive rain. Reports of rotting tubers abound. Well, at 16 floors above ground I harvested … Continue reading Penthouse Potatoes

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A Beautiful Day

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Sunshine, calm winds and 22 degrees Celsius (72 Fahrenheit degrees) characterized my home in Edmonton today. On balance, the most pleasant day all year. A fine day for a walk around the neighborhood. Last year at about this time I was looking at this outside my window. Thank you “climate change”. I can’t say that with sincerity because it will probably snow within a week. Continue reading A Beautiful Day

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While Women Burn

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The sorry state of politics, and the oppression of women in particular, in Iran, is a nightmare ignored by an agenda-driven media in the west. In politics, most media organizations are obsessed with continuing the “true” intellectual orthodoxy, i.e., restoration or maintenance of Leftist governments. Added now, with religious fervor, is the “extraordinary popular delusion” of “climate change” hysteria. Meanwhile in Iran, as reported by Masih Alinejad, a young woman set herself on fire after being sentenced to 6 months in prison for daring to sneak into a soccer stadium. I doubt if this incident was unusual. The desperation and … Continue reading While Women Burn

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September 01, Back to Normal

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We enjoyed the hospitality everywhere we’ve been in the last week plus. I think we acknowledged that at all commercial establishments in the appropriate manner. We also thank our lake hosts, at the secluded cabin and at Cougar Bay. What a great time we all experienced. A lovely visit. Now however, we’re at home and we take comfort in enjoying our morning coffee in the manner to which we’ve become accustomed. Thanks to all who have followed this indulgence of sharing our travel experience. Soon, I’ll be back to commenting on the travesties in ethics and politics that permeate our … Continue reading September 01, Back to Normal

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August 31-September 01, The Road Home

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As part of our Friday evening we enjoyed dinner at the Iron Horse Pub in Lone Butte. We also endured a strange encounter with a couple of old hippies from Washington State. I’ll save the description thereof for another time but I’ll just say, “Could everyone just focus on reality for a change”? On Saturday morning we had breakfast at the High Five Diner in Little Fort. We contextually recommend this stop along Highway 5, if not just for the fact our waitress smiled and responded in the negative when Marlene asked if the Hollandaise was freshly made. Many miles … Continue reading August 31-September 01, The Road Home

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August 30-31, Time to Go

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On Friday, August 30th we’ve decided to start our return trip home. We have 1000 kilometres (625 miles) to travel, probably in variable road conditions. There was a phase in my life where this would be a minor inconvenience, but my present attitude is: “take it easy”. After packing up our things, the initial journey is a 30 minute trip up the lake to our original launch point at Cougar Bay. First, we say goodbye to our temporary home. Speeding up the lake in relative silence we just take in the pleasure of being with friends in the fresh air … Continue reading August 30-31, Time to Go

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August 29-30, All Good Things . . .

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The end is near for this little adventure, but we’ll be enthused to plan another one. For now we’ll just stroll up to the cabin for dinner one last time. Postprandial activities are limited to card games for some, and perhaps some idle chitchat. Of course, there’s time for another sunset. It darkens quickly after sunset and Julian needs to do one final inspection of the environs before retiring. The rest of us are content to hunker down cozily in the confines of the brightly lit cabin. Much laughter ensues as stories are told. Tomorrow (Friday) it will be time … Continue reading August 29-30, All Good Things . . .