THE THIRD PERIOD

The Taj Mahal - I really can't get enough of this photo India: Not for Everyone… But Unforgettable Let me start by saying that calling India “not for everyone”  is an understatement. That’s not meant as criticism—travel is personal. But if your idea of a perfect vacation involves a month in Florida, two weeks at a Caribbean resort, or leisurely days strolling through Paris or Florence, India might come as a shock to your system. That doesn’t mean you won’t enjoy it—India is e

The Taj Mahal is definitely the number one highlight in India ... Amazing! Kinkaku-ji - The Golden Temple - my favourite religious site in the world What an adventure! Two weeks in India and five weeks in Japan. It was such an incredible trip that I’m going to write about it over a series of blog posts. This post provides an overview of our journey, and I’ll then dive deeper into specific destinations—India, the Kumano Kodo, Okinawa, Kyoto, Tokyo, and the World’s Fair in Osak

The title above is definitely misleading. I don’t think there is a definitive “top 10” list for anything. It’s probably more accurate to say this is a list of my 10 favourite wines under $20. For those of you who follow my blog, you know I publish and regularly update an article on great wines under $20. I just updated it, and if you want to see the full list (definitely worth a look), you can find it here . But if you prefer a shorter list or you’re one of those people who j

This is my most popular blog post, so I try to update it regularly. You definitely can still get fantastic wines for under $20 (Canadian!). Introduction Wine lovers rejoice! Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or just starting your wine journey, finding a great bottle that doesn't break the bank is always a delight. This is a refreshed version of my original 2020 list, updated with the latest prices and availability. Let's dive into some fantastic wines you can enjoy for un

I have been going through my website, updating a few articles and deleting some that were for a very specific time. I thought I would edit and update the article I posted to launch my website in April 2020. I have updated our family photo to include our three grandchildren. Any other updates will be in red below. So, let me start with the name of my website — The Third Period . The idea reflects where I am in life: the final third, with a nod to hockey, the greatest and most

I don't often post politically oriented articles. My fundamental view is that each person is entitled to their opinion, and as long as that opinion doesn't infringe on my (or others') way of life, have at it. I don't really care what you think. For example, let's take the controversial topic of abortion. You can believe whatever you want on the subject; I don't care. However, when you take actions that inhibit others, whether that is harassing patients outside an abortion cli

I love looking at this photo over and over again ... visiting the Machu Picchu site on a perfect day gifted us memories of a lifetime I am definitely behind in updating my blog. I have yet to post about our trip to India and Japan in the spring. Those posts are coming, I promise. However, given that I have just returned from hiking to Machu Picchu, I thought I would write an article about my most recent trip while the memories are still fresh in my mind. In some ways, the dec

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The 12 Apostles on the Great Ocean Road Teresa and I spent five amazing weeks in Australia. It was our first visit, and we chose to drive...

Teresa and I recently returned from five amazing weeks in Australia. It was our first visit, but not our last. Given Australia's size, we...

Spectacular sunrise at Cape Tribulation. Just one of many beautiful experiences during our 5 weeks. Australia has always been on our list...

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One of the amazing examples of street art in Getsemania I know that title might sound like a movie but it was a real-life experience. Two...

Hamachi grapefruit and avocado from Hai Noon ... delicious! Best is a very subjective word. It is better to say I am writing about the 5...

My drive at the Links at Arizona Biltmore. The golf lessons are paying off! I feel like there has been an explosion in the...

I have never been a member of any political party. Although I have a keen interest in current affairs and follow politics closely, I have...

Here is my Osprey Farpoint 55 knapsack that I carried for 779 km on the Camino Frances. It is a fantastic bag which I highly recommend....

Teresa and I at the Cathedral in Santiago de Compostela after completing the 779 km Camino de Santiago Frances. What an incredible...

Gite Bidean in St Jean Pied de Port was our number one ranked Albergue (and the first one we stayed at) during our 779 km trek across...