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Drinking Coffee, Looking at the River
Posted in: Philosophy & ThoughtI was sitting looking across this river yesterday morning from the exact same spot and it was so foggy I could barely see the riverbank nearest to me, yet today clear as a bell. One thought I had is that damn, the early settlers and indigenous folks who used to canoe across the river must…
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‘Willie’, The Willie O’Ree Story
Posted in: NarrativeTook Colin and Olivia to see a screening of the documentary of Fredericton hometown hero Willie O’Ree last night, ‘Willie’. It was followed by a lovely Q&A with the man himself and the director of the movie. Truly a magnificent and inspiring story . For those not in the know, Willie was the first Black…
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Lost and Found
An Autobiographical Photo Essay in 8 Frames. I love these rides that dip in and out of nature and civilization. A great reminder of how close we are no matter how much we forget or try to distance ourselves. Headed out this morning to commune with all kinds of spirits. 1. Found myself on some…
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The Mighty Fack Went to Market
An Autobiographical Photo Essay in 6 Frames. After this morning’s indecision, I decided, all of the above. Take the Cross Check, to the @fredfarmmarket, via God-knows-where, and have a picnic. I present the following exhibits: 1. God knows where. 2. Scenic vista 3. God knows where, with mud. Glad I didn’t clean the bike. 4. Even…
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Giro Alpinduros
It’s cool and often damp here in the Maritimes and it happens to be my favorite time of year to ride bikes. Not least of all because it means I get to wear my most-favorite cycling shoes evar, my Giro Alpinduros again. These have proven to be my hands-down favorite shoulder-season/fall/early winter/early spring shoe. They’re…
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Different Rivers
When I moved here in 2006 I discovered there were two options for a commuting route from my house, both about 15km one-way. One was on the road, the other, almost entirely on converted rail-to-trail. My policy has always been and continues to be to avoid slicing and dicing with grumpy morning folks trapped in…