Although I’ve walked the cobbled stones of Gastown hundreds of times and passed by famous landmarks such as the steam clock and the statue of a fallen soldier, I had never stopped to read the accompanying inscription on its plaque. But that Saturday morning, a week ago, our walking club was in downtown Vancouver, and I… Continue reading The Last Post
Category: Remembrance Day
Eleven Oh One
Originally published on November 11, 2012 It must have caused quite a commotion when my Dad arrived in this world. Come to think of it; I’ve never heard of it before (or since) – being born with different colored eyes. But it’s true – although I never saw them myself. Mom told me about them after Dad passed… Continue reading Eleven Oh One
Eleven – O – One
Originally published November 11, 2012 It must have caused quite a commotion when he arrived in this world. Come to think of it; I’ve never heard of it before – being born with different colored eyes. But it’s true – although I never saw them myself. His wife told me about them. She also told… Continue reading Eleven – O – One