Monthly Archives: August 2007
Down with bridges
At least, that’s where they seem to be going, these days. Things are falling down, whether it’s the Concorde overpass in Montreal last year (five dead), the I35W bridge that collapsed in Minneapolis a month ago (13 dead) or the … Continue reading
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Making a living on Las Ramblas?
What do you think: Could I make my living as a human statue on Las Ramblas, in Barcelona? Actually, this photo is from the Jardins Artigas in La Pobla de Lillet, Catalunya. The gardens were designed for a wealthy textile … Continue reading
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Geographic Time-wastage
Here’s a great way to waste three or four hours (at least!). How? Just play with the latest Google Maps tools, which allow you to embed customized maps (such as the one below, which will dynamically update as I work … Continue reading
Posted in Spain, Travel
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1 versus 100
Last night I had a bit of a “thrill.” I was at home, alone, watching some TV, getting ready for bed. The new neighbours across the back lane were having a big party on their terrace (basically on the roof … Continue reading
Posted in Just...life!, Montreal
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Home runs from heaven
No, I’m not talking about “Bonds, Barry Bonds” and his new and dubious (or not) home run record. I’m talking about the baseball-sized hail that rained down on southern Manitoba yesterday. It reminded me of something; another storm. Twenty years … Continue reading
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Bad dogs make good
One of my photos has been featured in a Montreal guide:
Posted in Montreal, Travel
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