Thursday 12 July 2012

IIDS: Thursday, July 13th

Should you shield the canyons from the windstorms you would never see the true beauty of their carvings. -Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, psychiatrist and author (1926-2004)

        Higgs Boson Found: The God Particle is the Key to Understanding the Universe





Rosemary Thorne wants to connect with you on LinkedIn.


Hi Rosemary!


Trust you are well. Enjoyed chatting with Andre a week or so ago. Next year we are planning a and then a house exchange in Cornwall in July/August. If things work out, with respect to your busy schedules, you should consider visiting while we are there. Fondestos and Cheers, Patrizzio!



Pat, thanks again for hosting the NRBC. It was a lovely night on your patio with some interesting discussion and some tasty malt sampling. It was somewhat concerning that so many of the attendees had actually read the book.  

I will suggest the 9th of September as the date for the next gathering. Please let me know if that works for you.

The book is Ithaca, by David Davidar (George). The title to follow the Davidar is to be chosen by Dave should he be willing.

Newish to the List:
Canada by Richard Ford (Guy)
Tender to the Bone, Ruth Reichl (George)
The Sisters Brothers (Dave)
The Uncrowned King (The story of William Randolf Hurst) (Dave)
Remade by Neal Stephenson (Dave)
Catherine the Great by Robert K. Massie, (Moe)
Germinal by Emile Zola (Moe)
Cleopatra: A Life by Stacy Schiff (Moe)
Truth by Peter Temple (Moe)
Daniel Kahneman, Thinking, Fast and Slow (Pat)
The Keeper of Lost Causes by Danish author, Jussi Adler-Olsen (Pat)
Devil in the White City, Erik Larson (Dave)
The Poisoners Handbook, Deborah Blum (Dave)
The New York Trilogy, Paul Auster (Dave)
The Shadow of the Wind, Carlo Ruiz Zafon (Dave)
Anything written by Simon Beckett (Dave)
The Art of Fielding by Chad Harbach (George)
Book of Secrets, Illegitimate Daughters, Absent Fathers, By Michael Holroyd (Pat)
Into the Silence: The Great War, Mallory, and the Conquest of Everest Wade Davis (Pat)
War By Sebastian Junger (George)
Unbroken: A World War II Story Of Survival, Resilience, And Redemption
by Laura Hillenbrand (George)
The Honor Code by Kwame Appiah (Moe)
Reading Lolita in Tehran: A Memoir in Books by Azar Nafisi  (Pat)
The Best Laid Plans Terry Fallis (George)
Bounce, Mathew Syed (George)
Empire of Ice: Encounters in a Changing Landscape -- Gretel Ehrlich (George)
Everything Was Good-bye by Gurjinder Basran (Misha)
Conversations with Joseph Brodsky Solomon Volkov (Misha)
David Mitchell's Number 9 Dream  (Patricio)
Tony Morrison, Beloved  (Misha)
Chang-Rae Lee, Native Speaker (Misha)
Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón (Mark)
The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell (Mark)
A Coffin for Dimitrios by Eric Ambler (Guy)
Secret Daughter Intl by Shilpi Somaya Gowda (Misha)
The Help by Kathryn Stocket (*)(Misha)
'The Outliers', Malcolm Gladwell (Guy)
Solar, by Ian McEwan (George)
Kabloona in the Yellow Kayak: One Woman's Journey Through the Northwest Passage (Mark)
Nikolski, Nicolas Dickner (George)
Iain Banks – Raw Spirit: In Search of the Perfect Dram and/or Crow Road (Pat)
February by Lisa Moore
The Man Who Loved China by Simon Winchester (Guy)
Blackstrap Hawco by Kenneth J Harvey (Pat)
The Anthologist, Nicholson Baker
Dirt Music and Breath by Tim Winton (George)
Berlin Noir by Phillip Kerr (Pat)
South Asian Adventures with the Active Poor
THELONIOUS MONK: The Life and Times of an American Original
By Robin D. G. Kelley (George)
Curve of Time, by Whylie Blanchet (George)

The standing list available upon request with requisite Brotherhood secret handshake.

Hi Lads!


In the very first instance, I wish to thank everyone for the decidedly generous "offerings":

Guy and his stellare Kettle Valley Pinot Gris; Moe and the more than delicous Iranian cookies; Marcus Aurelius for his "pedestrian" beer and Whirlygig for the "elite" Ardbeg! [Former will find service as "beer can" chicken on the bbq now that summer has finally arrived! Please chat with Titanium Man, Marcus, at next gathering as he, being from the Upper Crust and Nose-Bleed Reaches of North Van can educate those who cling to the base of Burnaby Mountain, hard-scrabble country, taking their poison where they can find it, on the almost limitless micro-brews available should one's mind not be clouded with thoughts of paddling a kayak in Indian Arm!]

Furthermore, I send sincere apologies to The Kalashnikov Kid for completely forgetting about the coconut, chocolate topped beauties that I put in the fridge, shortly after he bulled his way onto the patio in his Hummer, knocking over planters, alarming the neighbours and frightening the Robins from their nest nearbye. To my consternation and chagrin, I didn't discover this unforgivable oversight until, (conveniently as things turned out!), everyone had left! So sorry, Misha, but Maggie and I are putting a dent in them without much trouble. She wants to lick the topping whenever I put one down to take a sip of java.

Guy, you left your jaunty cap. Molly Mop, Sarge's Bichon, enjoys chewing on it whenever she is visiting Maggie. I think it should be nicely "softened" by next gathering. However, if you need it before then, pop by and have a tug-of-war with the Mollster. A few rips and tears should give it even more of Left Bank look!

In the second instance, the NRBC is always welcome at the Islay Inn, should this venue suit. However, I am genuinely embarrassed by the plethora of riches which the otherwise lazy and undisciplined non-readers bring and have brought. Without wishing to seem ungrateful, please temper your generosity. Your difficult personalities, (some more than others, of course, and they that own them, know, in their curmudgeonly hearts, whom they be), irascibility and cantankerousness personified, are, truly, much, much more than enough. The heaped, untempered abuse is recompense without compare.

I remain, as ever, in groveling service, your 'Umble and Obsequious Host. Cheers, Il Conduttore!

Pat,

If you can undertake to provide a dependable chalice from which to imbibe, I will endeavour  to provide a [more] suitable bit of hoppage for the next session but one. I'm sure that with a modicum of reflection upon the events of our most recent convening, you will grasp my reluctance to provide other than pedestrian offerings, even to the flagstones of the admittedly most fair Buchan Plaza.
 
8^) cheers, Mark

George,
    Lovely bikes but both Pat and I felt uncomfortable when we rode them. We have arranged to meet again next week when they will try and get a better fit at the W.10th store. An alternative, which just arrived today, is a carbon frame hybrid bike, so we'll look at that option as well.  
    Hope to ride with you on Friday. Ray 

Ray,

I am not surprised by the issues around comfort. Keep pushing these folks and you can achieve the comfort levels you want. These guys at Kissing Crows would definitely achieve that balance for you.  

Hope to see you for a ride on Friday. G

P,

Perfect ride yesterday, thanks.

I would like to ride Friday if we can depart at 8AM or earlier. Let me know if that works for you. G

Hi Lads!

I'm fine with an 8:00am departure. I'm also open to route: Seymour or Deep Cove or Iona then Steveston, back via #6 Road, (to scope possible blueberry farms, while I circle), and Cambie! If we opt for Seymour or Deep Cove, I'd like to go over Lions Gate. Alternatively, Horseshoe Bay is another option, of course. Mull away and let me know what you'd prefer. Cheers, Il Conduttore!

Hi,

Pat it was a pleasure to see you back here again. Thank you for a lovely summer evening.

September 9th is fine with me and if there is not delay or cancellation on my flight back from Turkey, I will be there. Thank. Happy summer to all, Moe

Hi Moe!

Have a wonderful time in Istanbul and a lovely family re-union. Will be quite curious to hear about your time there as we certainly enjoyed the city. All the best. Cheers, Patrizzio!

Hi Patrick,

You will hear all about it when I am back. Thanks. Moe

Looks like we'll be away for the first 2 weeks of September. Susan and  I are planning a swing through Yoho for some hiking on route to Prince George for a wedding on the 12th.
Any thoughts on the book to follow Ithaca?
 
8^), cheers, Mark

Hello Marcus the Oafish Glass Smasher and Lads!

How about Riedel, the book which traces the epic history of the Austrian family renowned for its wine glasses? Perhaps if Marcus switched from beer, (and whining about suitable containers), to wine, like the ever so refined Guy, Compte du Rive Gauche, I'd be eager to accommodate his clumsiness! Bye the bye, Cora Lee cut herself on a shard of your second smithereen attempt. Cancel Yoho as you'll need to settle out of court! Cheers, Il Conduttore!

A haircut

One day a florist went to a barber for a haircut. After the cut, he
asked about his bill, and the barber replied, 'I cannot accept money
from you, I'm doing community service this week.' The florist was
pleased and left the shop. When the barber went to open his shop the
next morning, there was a 'thank you' card and a dozen roses waiting
for him at his door..

Later, a cop comes in for a haircut, and when he tries to pay his
bill, the barber again replied, 'I cannot accept money from you, I'm
doing community service this week.' The cop was happy and left the
shop. The next morning when the barber went to open up, there were a
'thank you' card and a dozen doughnuts waiting for him at his door.

Then a Member of Parliament came in for a haircut, and when he went to
pay his bill, the barber again replied, 'I cannot accept money from
you. I'm doing community service this week.' The Member of Parliament
was very happy and left the shop. The next morning, when the barber
went to open up, there were a dozen other Members of Parliament lined
up waiting for a free haircut.

And that, my friends, illustrates the fundamental difference between
the citizens of our country and the politicians who run it.

BOTH, POLITICIANS AND NAPPIES NEED TO BE CHANGED OFTEN
AND FOR THE SAME REASON!

Hi Colin!

Trust you and Jo-Anne are well. Cheers, Patrizzio!


Hi Patrice,

I did pass through Kerrisdale but It wasn’t until about 11 and I figured you would be gone by then and of course I had a whole bunch of stuff to do so was in and out of the area fairly quickly. Unfortunately I seem to have too much to do and just not enough time these days,of course that is also because I am trying to keep the work coming in and working toward being self sufficient in the home business front.

I really do want to get together and catch up and will connect with you soon. Tomorrow I have a few things to do so will not be able to meet up I’m afraid. Sunday is clear for me so I don’t know if you’ll be heading out but keep me in mind .

I would highly recommend staying away from those bikes with the bent over riding style. Personally that is why I had to modify my bike as I found my arms were getting numb in that position another thing that I would consider is the seat as those thin seats put a great amount of pressure in the nether regions and will cause numbness and even erectile dysfunction issues that are not generally talked about but apparently is a widespread problem amongst regular riders. Just between you and I I had started to experience a bit of a problem after our regular outings last year and started doing some investigation.  Since I took a break from the amount of riding I was doing and have started using a bike seat with the channel relief down the center the problem has been “rectified”.
I really thought I should share this with you given the amount of riding you are doing and if there was any issues you might not have made the connection. Here’s an article to look at.
Please keep me in the loop as I will join up one of these days soon.
Take care, Al



Can your bike seat cause erectile dysfunction?




Hi Lads!

This just in from Big Al! No wonder members of The Peleton have been drooping out!!!


Cheers, Il Conduttore




Hi Big Al!

Sorry we didn't connect yesterday. We probably just missed each other as we left WestPoint Cylces at close to 11:00am! We are probably going to attempt Seymour or Deep Cove or Iona then Steveston, back via #6 Road, (to scope possible blueberry farms, while I circle), and Cambie! If we opt for Seymour or Deep Cove, I'd like to go over Lions Gate. Alternatively, Horseshoe Bay is another option, of course. If things change or have changed for you let me know and we could tailor the ride to include you. (Have sent the link to others in the so-called Peleton. No wonder they are dropping like flies!)


Unfortunately, Sunday is out as we are at the Folk Fest all weekend. Except for me, only until mid-afternoon Sunday, as a Dutch couple, Karin and Jaap Harkema, and their two daughters, Erna and Hanna, whom met a number of years ago, in Parry Sound, of all places, arrive for a few days. Cora Lee's 65th next week and Ayn is flying up to be part of celebration. Friends from Perth, WA, arrive at the end of August for two weeks.  We are planning to leave for Pegville on the 30th of this month until around about the third week in August. However, hope we can see you for a ride and the two of you for something social before then! Fondestos and Cheers, Patrizzio!

Nadienka!

Riders,

We will assemble at Heart Break Terrace at 8AM. I suggest Seymo DemFo as the objective via 2nd Narrows returning over the Lions Gate with lattes at the mid point. One has to put one’s foot down on this point.

I will have the Espresso Ristretto, W
  • Americano: Also known as a Caffe Americano. An espresso diluted with hot water, ideal for the lactose-intolerant.
  • Americano Misto: An Americano with steamed milk, at least at Starbucks. Similar to a latte without the foam (a Foamless), except that steamed milk and hot water are added half-and-half (rather than just steamed milk).
  • Barista: Trained Espresso bartender preparing specialty coffee.
  • Breve: Short for Espresso Breve. Espresso with half-n-half or semi-skimmed milk.
  • Café Au Lait: French style, with coffee and boiled milk poured simultaneously into a cup.
  • Café Con Leche: 1 1/2 ounce espresso with enough steamed milk to fill an 8-ounce cup.
  • Caffè Amaretto: Latte with almond syrup.
  • Caffè Con Panna: Demitasse of espresso topped by a dollop of whipped cream. Also called an Espresso Con Panna.
  • Caffè Corretto: Also known an Espresso Corretto. Corretto means "corrected." Refers to adding cognac or some other liqueur.
  • Caffè Creme: Also known as an Espresso Creme. 1 1/2 ounce of espresso with an ounce of heavy cream. Also referred to as a "Café Crème."
  • Caffè Freddo: Chilled espresso in a glass, sometimes with ice.
  • Caffè Latte: Also known simply as a Latte. An espresso made with steamed milk, topped by foamed milk. The most popular espresso drink. Also the default espresso: if you ask for a "double tall," for instance, you'll get a double tall latte.
  • Caffè Lungo: Same as an Americano.
  • Caffè Macchiatto: An espresso "marked" with a teaspoon or two of foamed milk ("macchiatto" means "marked").
  • Caffè Medici: A doppio poured over chocolate syrup and orange (and sometimes lemon) peel, usually topped with whipped cream. Formerly, the Last Exit, now gone, was one of the few places in town where you could get one of these, although I've heard recently that you can get a Caffe Medici at the Pearl, a coffee house also located on the Ave (where else?) which has been described to me as having "the spirit of the Last Exit more than the Last Exit in its final years."
  • Caffè Mocha: Also known simply as a Mocha. A latte with chocolate. Methods of preparation can vary, some using steamed chocolate milk, others adding chocolate to a latte. One variation tops it with whipped cream, with cocoa powder as a garnish.
  • Caffè Ristretto: A short shot, but with the same amount of coffee as a full shot, just concentrated.
  • Cake in a Cup: Double cream, double sugar. Also called a Double Double.
  • Cappuccino: A shot of straight espresso with foamed milk ladled on top.
  • Caramel: A latte with caramel syrup.
  • Cher Sugar: With Equal.
  • Crema: The tan-colored foam that forms on top of an espresso shot, as a result of the brewing process. The crema is composed of minuscule air bubbles composed of espresso film and forms a "cap" that protects the espresso proper from being exposed to the air.
  • Demitasse: Small cup for serving espresso straight, no chaser.
  • Doppio: The hip way to request a double.
  • Double: An espresso made from a double shot, approximately 1 1/2 - 2 ounces.
  • Double Cup: An espresso served in two cups, just in case one cup might be too hot to handle.
  • Double Double: Double cream, double sugar.
  • Drip: A regular coffee.
  • Dry: Sans steamed milk (just foamed milk).
  • Espresso: Approximately a one-ounce shot of espresso made from Arabica beans, as opposed to Robusta beans, which are used in making regular coffee. Arabica beans, by the way, have about half the caffeine of Robusta beans. The word comes from the brewing method -- hot water ispressed by means of a piston or pump through finely ground, firmly packed coffee.
  • Espresso Breve: Espresso with half-n-half or other semi-skimmed milk.
  • Espresso Lungo: This one uses a long pull, to squeeze the max from the bean. Some think it gives a stronger brew, others just a more bitter one.
  • Espresso Macchiato: Espresso with just a dollop of steamed milk on top.
  • Espresso Ristretto: A shorter or "restricted" pull. Creates a thicker drink.
  • Foamless: Sans foamed milk.
  • Frappuccino: A concoction developed by Starbucks, basically an iced or chilled cappuccino. Various recipes for this are floating around the Web (the actual recipe is a secret). Starbucks has also come out with a bottled version. From what I've been able to gather, it is coffee beverage made out of either espresso or regular coffee, milk, sugar, ice, and other miscellaneous optional ingredients. The bottled version may be served chilled (no ice). Also called a Frap (or Frappe).
  • Grande: 16-ounce cup.
  • Granita: Latte with frozen milk.
  • Half-Caf: Half decaf.
  • Harmless: If you want a decaf espresso, just say you want it "harmless."
  • Latte: The default espresso. Ask for a "half-caf," for instance, and you'll get half-decaf latte. Short for Caffe Latte. An espresso made with steamed milk, topped by foamed milk.
  • Latte Puné: A mini-latte with a full shot of espresso. Only served at the Uptown Espresso, I believe.
  • Latteccino: A latte with more froth or a cappuccino with more milk (take your pick).
  • Macchiato: Short for Caffè Macchiato or Espresso Macchiato.
  • Mocha: Short for Cafe Mocha.
  • Mochaccino: A cappuccino with chocolate.
  • Nico: A breve with orange syrup and cinnamon.
  • No Fun: I'd originally understood this to refer to a decaf, non-fat latte (also called a skinny harmless or a why bother). Recently, however, I've been told that it refers to a decaf latte (or a harmless).
  • On a Leash: To go, with handles.
  • Quad: Four shots, a double-double, in other words.
  • Rice Dream Latte: A latte made with Rice Dream, instead of milk.
  • Ristretto: Short for Espresso Ristretto.
  • Short: 8-ounce cup.
  • Shot: Equivalent to a single. A double would be two shots.
  • Shot in the Dark: A regular coffee with a shot of espresso in it. Also called a Speed Ball. I've also been told that in L.A. this is called a Red Eye, but have no idea if that term is used in Seattle or not. Apparently, this is also referred to in some quarters as a Bellman, Boilerhouse, Depth Charge, and Cafe M.F., although I have no idea whether any of these terms are used locally in the Seattle area or not.
  • Single: An espresso made from a single shot, approximately 3/4 - 1 ounce.
  • Skinny: If you want a latte made with non-fat or skim milk, just say you want it "skinny."
  • Skinny Harmless: A non-fat, decaf latte. Also called a Why Bother.
  • Soy Latte: A latte made with soy milk, instead of milk. I've been told this is also sometimes referred to as a Vegan Latte.
  • Speed Ball: A cup of regular coffee with espresso. Obviously taken from the drug-slang term for a shot of heroin mixed with cocaine.
  • Tall: 12-ounce cup.
  • Thunder Thighs: Supposedly, a double-tall mocha made with whole milk and topped with extra whipped cream.
  • Triple: Three shots, for those for whom a double just doesn't offer enough of a jolt.
  • Unleaded: Decaf.
  • Venti: A 20 oz. cup at Starbucks, apparently (taller than a tall, I guess).
  • Wet: Sans foamed milk (steamed milk only).
  • Whipless: Sans whipped cream.
  • Why Bother: A decaf, non-fat (or skim milk) latte, or skinny harmless.
  • With Legs: A cup with handles.
  • With Room: With space left at top of cup for either adding cream or preventing spills (while driving 70 mph down the freeway with a latte between one's legs!).
  • With Wings: A cup with handles.
  • Without: Sans foam.

But Giorgio, you always put your foot down!

Friday's Ride with Espresso Ristretto! The Slippery Slope rears Its Ugly Head!!!

Dear Riders of The Purple Latte!


I bow to The Whirling Dervish with respect to domani's time and route but I spit on, (perhaps, "in"), his java. Become a Rider of The Purple Heather, shuck off the chains of The Sisterhood and their Chai Lattes and attend a tasting that will prevent and/or cure erectile dysfunction. Of course, I realize that The Latte Louts don't stay on the post long enough to cut off the blood supply to their nether regions, only their brains are starved for oxygen! Cheers, Il Conduttore!

PS: If I must, I'll have a Doppio, named after Dopey, one of the Latte Dwarves. On second, sober thought, perhaps I should have a Latteccino so that the Barista won't have to froth the milk, it'll foam itself as I'm circling, waiting for the "Why Bother" with Riding People who would rather sip all day instead!

CASK STRENGTH WHISKY TASTING

Date:Tue Jul 17, 2012
TimeTuesday, 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Venue:1633 Manitoba Street, Harvest Table
Phone:604.331.7900
Email:info@legacyliquorstore.com
Legacy Liquor Store welcomes Andrew Starritt, owner of Cask Strength, a whisky consulting company since 2004 to the harvest table.  Andrew is a highly sought after as a speaker and presenter. He shares his passion for whisky and unbiased views with people at all levels of knowledge and experience. 
Whiskies: 
Rittenhouse Rye
Benromach 10
Coppers Choice Mortlach
Old Pulteney 12
Glenfarclas 17
Kilchoman 2006


I'll be there. Ray


Hi Ray!

Glad you will be joining us. I'm sure it is the lure of the latte that persuaded you!

On another matter, Folk Fest related, I had meant to phone earlier this evening but before I knew it, it was past 11:00pm and I didn't want to risk disturbing anyone. We have an extra padded festival seat if Sylvia would like to use it. We plan to give a number of others away, (Just canvas, no padding, original design, worth millions now on eBay!), but thought I'd ask in case she doesn't have anything. We will bring them to Festival but won't lug them past gates if she doesn't need one. You can let me know tomorrow while we stop for first latte, about 8:30am I should think!

On yet another matter, Sara related, I just remembered that we will have the Dutch family here on Monday. Not quite sure what their plans are for the day. I'm sure I can get away but don't really have an idea of the time at the moment. I gather Sara will be in touch, via email, and perhaps we can see what works best for her before making any decisions. Of course, I don't know what your schedule might be. Please feel free to go ahead even if I am unable to make fitting. Anyway, we can chat at the second latte stop, probably close to 8:45am! Again, I assume I'll be free, at some point, so I hope meeting up with Sara works. I'm quite curious to try the CF hybrid.Cheers, Patrizzio!
Riders of the Why Bother!

I am already booked for a Tour de Richmond mañana with my squash group.  We will leave at a sensible time of approximately 10:33am and stop for lunch at Steveston.

To make up for our weak willed souls, we will take turns being tied up to the mast of the Inside Passage and flogged with a  cat-o-9-tails, dipped in salt water, whilst drowning out our sorrows with Coronas.

I see a business opportunity here - a coffe shop with a large squirell cage next to a coffee table … hmmm … don't know if I'd have more than one customer.

más adelante//bjp
_________________________
Branko Perić

[*] Democracy

dëmäkrƏsē (n):  the process of two wolves
and a sheep, voting on what to have for dinner

Sorry I won't be able to join you - enjoy!
     
8^) cheers, Mark

Friday's Ride with Espresso Ristretto! The Slippery Slope just became even more Slippery!


Dear Weak Willed Riders of the Why Bother!

I often wonder, at times like this, why I bother bothering about the Why Botherers. I suppose I must harbour some deep seated sado-masochistic urge to see myself chained inside the squirrel cage watching the RoWBs swill copious amounts of milk infused java. Enjoy your luncheon and don't worry about us feeding the free squirrels of Seymo DemFo with the remains of our dry crusts and mouldy cheese while you sup on deep fried Steveston Cajun catfish and Richmond hot-house, hydroponic cherry tomatoe bocconcini salad, drizzled with olive oil from La Frenz Winery in Naramata! We of the arduous, mountainous North Shore spit on your decadent, lazy Lowland ways! Cheers, Il Conduttore! 

Hi Gayle and Derek!

Chloë just popped her head into our bedroom. She was out celebrating Mark's birthday. Apparently, a fun-filled evening. She mentioned that Krissy said you will be visiting in late August! Wonderful news. Look forward to seeing you, if you have time, of course. Funnily enough, had been meaning to send an email as Cora Lee keeps asking me to find out where you live in Cornwall. She wants to start planning hikes even though her foot is still not back to normal

Sounds like gourmet paradisio @ Nanoose.

Sorry C's foot still a bit sore, she's had enough discomfort d'hoof for one year.

Plans for Van include 29th dinner with family @ Grammas, but little else so far.  I want to catch Wayne if I can - its his birthday 29 also.

I hope we can meet - I'll get a bit more positive as time gets closer.  MEanwhile I look forward to four days hiking at Kananaskis, and I'm sort of considering renting a car at Calgary at going to walk the Carthew Trail at Waterton Lakes - did it about 40 years ago, but would like to take the chance seeing I'm so close.

Painting nearly finished, day off today we went to Edmonton that has exploded since my day, become another brash, uninspiring city with 4-lanes everywhere and shopping malls you have to drive from shop to shop, and the private liquour stores are spare.  Where's Dan?

Get back to you, thanks for news.  Love. S.








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