Sometimes the most unlikely of places can lead to the most amazing photos. The below low-lying, wooded area, which caught my eye while admiring the autumn leaves, is…
North Rustico, for those not familiar with this beautiful part of the world, is on the northern shore of Prince Edward Island, Canada. It is a fishing village…
Birdwatchers observe wild birds in their natural habitat. The popularity of birding has increased significantly since 1934 when Roger Tory Peterson first published his book “A Field Guide…
While we’ve been enjoying the sunshine and warm temperatures of spring in the US Southeast, my family and friends in the Canadian Maritimes have been waiting patiently under…
Marcia Poirier, the artisan behind Wildabout Wampum, creates spectacular jewelry from quahog shells. Quahogs are edible clams that live on the eastern coast of North America. Admittedly, when I think of the unremarkable clam I do not immediately think of spectacular jewelry. At least, I didn’t before learning about Wildabout Wampum.
The most unlikely circumstances can lead to the most delightful surprises. A 100-year-old farmstead on a narrow dirt road in the quiet rural community of River John, Nova Scotia, Canada is a case in point. This is where Mabel Murple’s Book Shoppe & Dreamery is located. The weathered old farmstead has been transformed into a riot of colors and shapes. It’s the perfect blend of old and new; traditional and unconventional; expected and unexpected. It’s a joyful place and a delightful surprise!