tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-353560052024-03-18T07:12:52.702-07:00Powell River Books BlogPowell River Books publishes the series Coastal BC Stories by Wayne J. Lutz.Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.comBlogger1632125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-19433492352999037522023-12-19T13:03:00.000-08:002023-12-19T13:48:15.356-08:00Kindle Ebook Giveaway from Powell River Books<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsd-41g2tU0EtDtS9N4svR2lEczfXYfjQrvOOdUGLeuQFuJ0tBkcOt4b7waCw439c603Tb_TVlEGuiydEK2dtjpFfPHV-22MlwhDOaSMpZZFc_GCv1tmHFvyeptlupzItCVR33/s1600/gift10.gif" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsd-41g2tU0EtDtS9N4svR2lEczfXYfjQrvOOdUGLeuQFuJ0tBkcOt4b7waCw439c603Tb_TVlEGuiydEK2dtjpFfPHV-22MlwhDOaSMpZZFc_GCv1tmHFvyeptlupzItCVR33/s1600/gift10.gif" width="100" /></a><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #274e13;"><span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;"><span face=""arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif"><b><i>Special Gifts </i></b></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #274e13;"><span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;"><span face=""arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif"><b><i>from </i></b></span></span></span></span></div>
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</div></div>Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-24002845561596107052023-08-19T13:13:00.003-07:002023-08-19T13:13:59.770-07:00Summer 2023 Update<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-E6GntpwmFi5UThosnhhHEFCzpMv81WtDh-kmUJQsx1uOt97_YaJr7PsqIe5xGnbtqLZEyUN5W_83EJlVGNftx2vGM1U28HSrWVJIHGwjSkitnQm-G-qzaSc4-lTl62-fsF8WGoIVM_8hTDISqPa1iNeHcVC6MyXSWziJJKemuSiDGJEYtddeZg/s3641/IMG_8553.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2731" data-original-width="3641" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-E6GntpwmFi5UThosnhhHEFCzpMv81WtDh-kmUJQsx1uOt97_YaJr7PsqIe5xGnbtqLZEyUN5W_83EJlVGNftx2vGM1U28HSrWVJIHGwjSkitnQm-G-qzaSc4-lTl62-fsF8WGoIVM_8hTDISqPa1iNeHcVC6MyXSWziJJKemuSiDGJEYtddeZg/w200-h150/IMG_8553.jpeg" width="200" /></a></div>It's amazing how fast Summer 2023 is flying by. We're back to our regular summer schedule here at our float cabin on Powell Lake. We arrived mid-May and plan to depart in mid-October. That gives us enough time to prepare for our winter Snowbird trip to Tucson, Arizona.<p></p><p>I've been remiss in writing blog posts regularly, so here is a recap of summer highlights to bring you up to date.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #ff00fe; font-size: x-large;">May </span></b></p><p>Getting home is always exciting. The days were sunny but cool and mornings called for a fire in the woodstove to take the chill off.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn90sCaKCf9iz59LDqnJtJWCbasSdohawcuhsqHAa2FNNwWAvhDAaO1sKkkYQ3LvXzyp2Xmw5bvBES93Bpp5f46PycxZs8-sT1rUCgH8WDFIxRQJ0BbK7u-RtTZ7oIQYWYfBWoMk8j0U_papLJrAb-bo9S2TAwMBFGMeX1vyC3Ke_zgxMONJo69Q/s4032/IMG_0112.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn90sCaKCf9iz59LDqnJtJWCbasSdohawcuhsqHAa2FNNwWAvhDAaO1sKkkYQ3LvXzyp2Xmw5bvBES93Bpp5f46PycxZs8-sT1rUCgH8WDFIxRQJ0BbK7u-RtTZ7oIQYWYfBWoMk8j0U_papLJrAb-bo9S2TAwMBFGMeX1vyC3Ke_zgxMONJo69Q/s320/IMG_0112.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>Spring flowers that reseeded themselves including Poppies and Penstemons gave us a riot of colour to enjoy. <br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjguCVo4zUR4iBAZggqruclFXTM-8R63T74xB9OyvQlHNHN4Cke-unKtwBxKHxbZXNRhswIlOaETAoXwNnjOTnDQUEzq8HMRAp1wpKFeit90bXAAmYWFlXX8dNnFNFJZFcZsyfgc_zoi9Xy5d29-YJeGc0c7gy_PYmScG1qfcHFs9ruKtQUcxjL4g/s4008/IMG_0305.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3006" data-original-width="4008" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjguCVo4zUR4iBAZggqruclFXTM-8R63T74xB9OyvQlHNHN4Cke-unKtwBxKHxbZXNRhswIlOaETAoXwNnjOTnDQUEzq8HMRAp1wpKFeit90bXAAmYWFlXX8dNnFNFJZFcZsyfgc_zoi9Xy5d29-YJeGc0c7gy_PYmScG1qfcHFs9ruKtQUcxjL4g/s320/IMG_0305.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #1aca2f;">June</span></b></span></p><p>By June we settled into a routine. Each morning we had coffee on the porch to watch the sun rise over Goat Island backlighting tall trees.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk8L9IfI1auYFhBlw_K8WHLlCEp-qeT_-xQX4aTW4hK_8QWHQQJMqBa65x8yQqcjgiX3iGeFWkiitlP2nnJ0jCLj2jcvogJ_IzrAiQnAQv-F0a533eL8OXvDFjtKNgOrDdpsgcD3nXETLCBHla9nhzBKdUd8F-1FY4pFVwijTIKGq9lPs3GC_OHA/s3131/IMG_0383.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2348" data-original-width="3131" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk8L9IfI1auYFhBlw_K8WHLlCEp-qeT_-xQX4aTW4hK_8QWHQQJMqBa65x8yQqcjgiX3iGeFWkiitlP2nnJ0jCLj2jcvogJ_IzrAiQnAQv-F0a533eL8OXvDFjtKNgOrDdpsgcD3nXETLCBHla9nhzBKdUd8F-1FY4pFVwijTIKGq9lPs3GC_OHA/s320/IMG_0383.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p>Weekly town trips included stops at the condo to check mail, shopping for groceries and a few special events like the "Paint and Sip" party led by local artist <a href="https://www.ursulamedley.ca/" target="_blank">Ursala Medley</a> at the historic <a href="https://www.oldcourthouseinn.ca/" target="_blank">Old Courthouse Inn</a>.<br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDWnFtGxXIUcwQzmvGXyMNcOJPyRhkaqkJ0QAjw8VSn5pI8kPAIrK_MQOBsUKNjZlerVqFHrei9bzafeL6ARCUCqIz2ayPlTSbgK24TBSN0jBDlw6xDwKHNubiB28tejVKlPzW0Dw17ThD74OUJ6jTrN8eQ-VxSqkqiQXE4ZYvYobtZQp2Gx-8LQ/s1966/PaintandWine.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1966" data-original-width="1474" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDWnFtGxXIUcwQzmvGXyMNcOJPyRhkaqkJ0QAjw8VSn5pI8kPAIrK_MQOBsUKNjZlerVqFHrei9bzafeL6ARCUCqIz2ayPlTSbgK24TBSN0jBDlw6xDwKHNubiB28tejVKlPzW0Dw17ThD74OUJ6jTrN8eQ-VxSqkqiQXE4ZYvYobtZQp2Gx-8LQ/s320/PaintandWine.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">July </span></b></span></p><p>July brought warm weather to enjoy outdoors. Summer concerts at Willingdon Beach included the <a href="https://prismafestival.com/" target="_blank">PRISMA</a> music academy and a fund raiser for River City Kids.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1VZA10PclkH9e7vOrdtm67fpHgB1_cp-nwLRyvjXO27_WAvBFBCrXk_1RSD4W0ceX_GnEQsafrldx0VOfTjASOyA7FMO_ewfgdI2cX6kL8m44mIkDxHT__vA2doCTMpkNPm60RYjq8dLbVdUQvgM2PQtDBXMyl72lgiCvZwo7yF2DJbKaXDsLyw/s4032/IMG_0289.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1VZA10PclkH9e7vOrdtm67fpHgB1_cp-nwLRyvjXO27_WAvBFBCrXk_1RSD4W0ceX_GnEQsafrldx0VOfTjASOyA7FMO_ewfgdI2cX6kL8m44mIkDxHT__vA2doCTMpkNPm60RYjq8dLbVdUQvgM2PQtDBXMyl72lgiCvZwo7yF2DJbKaXDsLyw/s320/IMG_0289.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p>Our <a href="https://www.xplore.ca/" target="_blank">Xplore</a> satellite internet went out in May. It took until July to get a repairman up the lake. We are happy Lee is now available locally for future needs.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVSM1ODwEbIUc_rO5jeKW0IlNcRo8LtxNs9Uz8XuDOThh8_sWt6n5ynziaNMQvSkzRrmWG4kqtfuADh29JPsOvQ1yTPzm-btnoLGGhRpDP-F3_QeTRXyPPRwxj6rbecUGTIjN_T-JJryJHODpmjWZns3yXVKLK8GSNDiMm4D_oCLNLa1KlUc6Mpw/s4032/IMG_0343.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVSM1ODwEbIUc_rO5jeKW0IlNcRo8LtxNs9Uz8XuDOThh8_sWt6n5ynziaNMQvSkzRrmWG4kqtfuADh29JPsOvQ1yTPzm-btnoLGGhRpDP-F3_QeTRXyPPRwxj6rbecUGTIjN_T-JJryJHODpmjWZns3yXVKLK8GSNDiMm4D_oCLNLa1KlUc6Mpw/s320/IMG_0343.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>I harvested my red currants to make a small batch of jelly.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijg2upc7OW628PjR7bij2wMMmPgc6spc0nEJGJUeY79RKedOZZOoFUz8nl-6vAdTGhft6CXyRMS8EWcpcVVSmrr0KS7dSDici_4SS3odc2hV3n6KwABSOUve-bY_Ch-FrmcB0infFFyFhimChjSgmBGK_Yk3XUFDpDWSL1fd0KsV26uYoNu12s-Q/s3729/IMG_0356.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2797" data-original-width="3729" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijg2upc7OW628PjR7bij2wMMmPgc6spc0nEJGJUeY79RKedOZZOoFUz8nl-6vAdTGhft6CXyRMS8EWcpcVVSmrr0KS7dSDici_4SS3odc2hV3n6KwABSOUve-bY_Ch-FrmcB0infFFyFhimChjSgmBGK_Yk3XUFDpDWSL1fd0KsV26uYoNu12s-Q/s320/IMG_0356.jpeg" width="320" /></a> <br /></div><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: red;"> <i>Up the Lake</i> by Wayne Lutz</span></b></span></p><p> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Coastal-British-Columbia-Stories-ebook/dp/B007BJWX8K/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1383112310&sr=1-1&keywords=up+the+lake+lutz" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5273193049833324850" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaU9-TiaPnBR5uTomEcGP99vzkANj6WJzbDLxgOr1uGNZMQkxB4YvN1wxrZA5HjSPIZjkiB3_jrO2gT-sZRCXDAUdhrUa7aCB_Cix9F1G9zFTUjEoKsfhZfUE6b34erWYqS-5gNA/s320/Cover_Shadowed.jpg" style="float: right; height: 149px; margin: 0pt 0pt 0px 10px; width: 103px;" /></a>If you are interested in learning more about float living, use the category list on the right to select topics of interest. You can also get a free <a href="https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/12852" target="_blank">e-book</a> or <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Lake-Coastal-British-Columbia-Stories-ebook/dp/B007BJWX8K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=20PZA6DQVDA35&keywords=up+the+lake+lutz&qid=1692475884&sprefix=up+the+lake+lut%2Caps%2C969&sr=8-1" target="_blank">Kindle copy</a> of Wayne's first book in the <i>Coastal BC Stories</i> series titled <i>Up the Lake.</i> It tells about how we discovered our float cabin home and introduces you to the region where we live. It's a great holiday destination in all seasons.</p><p>If you have any questions, please leave a comment below. -- Margy<br /></p>Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com9Powell Lake, qathet Regional District, BC, Canada50.08147 -124.486951221.771236163821158 -159.6432012 78.391703836178849 -89.3307012tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-39400312575831851602023-08-07T09:30:00.000-07:002023-08-19T11:26:24.374-07:00FREE E-Book: "Up the Lake" by Wayne Lutz <div style="text-align: center;">
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinsBnkaJZ6BNGKKfLcNgl8dW22ap0zd6JeDcFMlfcKn7IQgOZl6p0BeQnOgVt5EXy2HC9Nee9pv_Wo-HopOzkz-zPScO5c95JUd0OprjPYI8iJE3E7fVSn_ypV1886Z-5dzZR1/s1600/STA_5074.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5756272228872475138" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinsBnkaJZ6BNGKKfLcNgl8dW22ap0zd6JeDcFMlfcKn7IQgOZl6p0BeQnOgVt5EXy2HC9Nee9pv_Wo-HopOzkz-zPScO5c95JUd0OprjPYI8iJE3E7fVSn_ypV1886Z-5dzZR1/s400/STA_5074.JPG" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 300px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 400px;" /></a>Summer sunset over the Bunster Range to the west is at 5:34 p.m., making our summer sunlight last for nine hours and forty minutes. Compare that to less than two hours in December. Like Goat Island, the Bunsters are pretty tall. Even though direct rays of the sun are gone, it is light until well after 10:00.<br />
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What are you doing with all your glorious summer sun? -- MargyPowell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com3Powell Lake, qathet Regional District, BC, Canada50.08147 -124.486951221.771236163821158 -159.6432012 78.391703836178849 -89.3307012tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-71268291274875145762023-01-09T09:30:00.179-08:002023-01-09T09:30:00.189-08:00AC/DC Portable Electric Cooler<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXkpPNVAcFMjJr68j9d5BzR2CI-pWXWCtyJxLgzWAxuUvlkYJ_srU-IjpujaD0EnoOvhcHkmTGSkE4Uo2erYAIE6pq_Cj5K9lzEyZTndqJy_DpDDYBfR2RWNOmzcDUpGvAeg3Atz2E_213N48WTYNjv_XWCdolIQ_lRXzby7j-pct5UlyL39Q/s3358/fullsizeoutput_32fd.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2518" data-original-width="3358" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXkpPNVAcFMjJr68j9d5BzR2CI-pWXWCtyJxLgzWAxuUvlkYJ_srU-IjpujaD0EnoOvhcHkmTGSkE4Uo2erYAIE6pq_Cj5K9lzEyZTndqJy_DpDDYBfR2RWNOmzcDUpGvAeg3Atz2E_213N48WTYNjv_XWCdolIQ_lRXzby7j-pct5UlyL39Q/s320/fullsizeoutput_32fd.jpeg" width="240" /></a><p>Wayne and I are on a short winter trip to the cabin. It's quite cool, but we are staying warm thanks to our trusty <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2013/03/kozi-warm-off-grid.html" target="_blank">woodstove</a>. </p><p>Normally, we use our propane refrigerator for fresh food, but because this is a short trip we are using ice chests.</p><p></p><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidhVArGtP74fADTd_LieNmDPg0-FRbztRuBbOMIlcqugEup6nG1wSuxfuk3dUKx3I1f7ywQiFOgS7TwFqnvKPrqM5CLOpnnKu2h-V2CitA2DGtkZ7lPvBOdMGYosO5UNuMRt4STMD7QVN3TJRQFX-rH2vWibx4MnXWfqL5CkDiBEhmKjYxzhk/s4032/fullsizeoutput_32fe.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1px; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidhVArGtP74fADTd_LieNmDPg0-FRbztRuBbOMIlcqugEup6nG1wSuxfuk3dUKx3I1f7ywQiFOgS7TwFqnvKPrqM5CLOpnnKu2h-V2CitA2DGtkZ7lPvBOdMGYosO5UNuMRt4STMD7QVN3TJRQFX-rH2vWibx4MnXWfqL5CkDiBEhmKjYxzhk/s320/fullsizeoutput_32fe.jpeg" width="240" /></a>To maximize space we are using a variety of containers. For ice cubes and drinks we are using insulated coolers with blue freezer packs. For fruits and vegetables, a plastic tub. These remain outdoors where it's cool.</div><p>Indoors for dairy, meats, cheese and condiments we are using our new <a href="https://www.amazon.com/K-Box-Electric-Cooler-Warmer-Wheels/dp/B07BDMY33Y/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1IYXET5Q673UN&keywords=knox%2Belectric%2Bcooler&qid=1673219597&s=sporting-goods&sprefix=%2Csporting%2C7099&sr=1-5&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.f5122f16-c3e8-4386-bf32-63e904010ad0&th=1" target="_blank">knox gear</a> (k-box) electric cooler (it also has a warmer feature that we don't need right now).</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuicVKSqHQQZz2C2BFbZQDPJSEzoukX2bTLFrvRNxojuqasiOQ0K8zL0yTJoHUl6jbehtKlD-QP6BwJ8eeZV7ut9u2yCQrb7PZl7pO4eRN0Ohx6P5MRtoT1NYKWf9XO4jJDmxMGiaJrGtLAX-S6SpmUm0HRnbPD2ShHJQQ2SOz3KPCttuYY5o/s3716/fullsizeoutput_32f4.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1px; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2787" data-original-width="3716" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuicVKSqHQQZz2C2BFbZQDPJSEzoukX2bTLFrvRNxojuqasiOQ0K8zL0yTJoHUl6jbehtKlD-QP6BwJ8eeZV7ut9u2yCQrb7PZl7pO4eRN0Ohx6P5MRtoT1NYKWf9XO4jJDmxMGiaJrGtLAX-S6SpmUm0HRnbPD2ShHJQQ2SOz3KPCttuYY5o/w400-h300/fullsizeoutput_32f4.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4f1NPVIPlP_Bu9sgmMdFJn2UiO_wBH-lPvt1tYEspTv1oFEmuX1Oq6eiT6nrIZ9uaUwD7Q6uUpq16LQIEItoyd1Bz_MJ_Wef5ebZZz1QjI0wJgdHuTAYgvbLyjn1uQhqmb0LSgsIVtcEnoko_CxvfcHNIRwT7Zxa5NdIPPc-bmFsUiTyI-pk/s3472/fullsizeoutput_32f6.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2604" data-original-width="3472" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4f1NPVIPlP_Bu9sgmMdFJn2UiO_wBH-lPvt1tYEspTv1oFEmuX1Oq6eiT6nrIZ9uaUwD7Q6uUpq16LQIEItoyd1Bz_MJ_Wef5ebZZz1QjI0wJgdHuTAYgvbLyjn1uQhqmb0LSgsIVtcEnoko_CxvfcHNIRwT7Zxa5NdIPPc-bmFsUiTyI-pk/w200-h150/fullsizeoutput_32f6.jpeg" width="200" /></a></div>It's well insulated on all sides and the lid. The cooling unit on top runs with either a 110V AC cord or 12V DC cord and power adapter plug. <p></p><p>For ease of use, we have ours connected directly to the cabin's battery bank. <br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiAufZchoq0ksnnyzNv_5cQabYCAno-jYzj9pFl--7--7Tte7wie5pWgqKTFMqghL6wX4yeoePzlTaMOj_asWSgvM2YJwy3pXy2O1zk_SL1UIoYc9nUwtMifwWftk4id3LhjJ72CKBHMdUBVEsoJf91J11AIr6aFD8TGk4oisS6YcK7g-3aOc/s2605/fullsizeoutput_32fc.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1954" data-original-width="2605" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiAufZchoq0ksnnyzNv_5cQabYCAno-jYzj9pFl--7--7Tte7wie5pWgqKTFMqghL6wX4yeoePzlTaMOj_asWSgvM2YJwy3pXy2O1zk_SL1UIoYc9nUwtMifwWftk4id3LhjJ72CKBHMdUBVEsoJf91J11AIr6aFD8TGk4oisS6YcK7g-3aOc/w200-h150/fullsizeoutput_32fc.jpeg" width="200" /></a></div>It could also be used with a vehicle power port. <p></p><p>The inside fan distributes cold air throughout the interior. </p><p>It works best with pre-cooled groceries. For extra cooling, I froze large water bottles and two blue freezer packs.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbcUCZyamJ6NuqpD-aKeT6KcAq-awiUqmjLgwHQ6bAgL06pdqoKfYtDNMNdOAoI5GAjf4WejmJoXa3-lPxN08ZNYcMkiUWb0h8MKKbiQuI_We4tvQ07MzH-gJex8r5d67OEV1z-3h4GvwRd4jWqZLwWmPahln7r2Ke3rs2z7SUneLdjNIGRfk/s3726/fullsizeoutput_32f8.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2794" data-original-width="3726" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbcUCZyamJ6NuqpD-aKeT6KcAq-awiUqmjLgwHQ6bAgL06pdqoKfYtDNMNdOAoI5GAjf4WejmJoXa3-lPxN08ZNYcMkiUWb0h8MKKbiQuI_We4tvQ07MzH-gJex8r5d67OEV1z-3h4GvwRd4jWqZLwWmPahln7r2Ke3rs2z7SUneLdjNIGRfk/w400-h300/fullsizeoutput_32f8.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">One of two large water bottles I froze in town to augment cooling.</td></tr></tbody></table><p>During our six day cabin trip, all of our foods stayed cool and fresh. I even had ice cubes left on the front porch for my last evening cocktail. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhhzlrAPRzno_SmskL9xSV0JQPE8h7OkhnDnIMaqWzvGEk0PlPuQjM-U1fYKW74pse8F5nuZF_J_rQ75aERBm8w_GXLDyB9NZzrpdQuGJwoSLXjbrkQLirpG0VVHZu668P8tXQmV8C0uHBSx9TvHvFSw2ldH1uaoJEYtxLQGXEVo3bC9XUnlA/s3626/fullsizeoutput_32fb.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2719" data-original-width="3626" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhhzlrAPRzno_SmskL9xSV0JQPE8h7OkhnDnIMaqWzvGEk0PlPuQjM-U1fYKW74pse8F5nuZF_J_rQ75aERBm8w_GXLDyB9NZzrpdQuGJwoSLXjbrkQLirpG0VVHZu668P8tXQmV8C0uHBSx9TvHvFSw2ldH1uaoJEYtxLQGXEVo3bC9XUnlA/w400-h300/fullsizeoutput_32fb.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The 48-quart model has plenty of room. They also have a smaller version.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>I would say this has been a successful test of our short-term winter refrigeration needs. What kinds of strategies do you use on camping or off-the-grid trips? -- Margy<br /></p><p>
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<span style="color: #3d85c6;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Float Cabin Living Series</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d85c6;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Tiny Home on the Water</b></span></span></div><p>
</p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs8N24evqCzyzJbJ0bTzY5r8yG5beE_SMXQ9mZMXTlh3CblK0KNwgmN53eD3eaZklwF5mSwb9q1GeV_TYZEu-xKVR9G0a5Um3ig7q_8eRCe7q4oKLLK0gxmU6lqtZYZn4YBrAGgQ/s1600/Image+6.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs8N24evqCzyzJbJ0bTzY5r8yG5beE_SMXQ9mZMXTlh3CblK0KNwgmN53eD3eaZklwF5mSwb9q1GeV_TYZEu-xKVR9G0a5Um3ig7q_8eRCe7q4oKLLK0gxmU6lqtZYZn4YBrAGgQ/s320/Image+6.jpg" width="275" /></a><p>In 2018, I wrote a series about float cabin living. Below you will find links to each of the posts. I invite you to visit (or revisit) the articles to see why Wayne and I love float cabin living so much.<br /></p><p>Wayne and I purchased our float cabin home on Powell Lake in BC in 2001. It was the best decision we ever made.<br />
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Our float cabin fits the tiny home definition. In fact, it was featured in <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Lloyd-Kahn/e/B001JS1BQY">Lloyd Kahn's</a> book <a href="https://www.shelterpub.com/building/tiny-homes"><i>Tiny Homes: Simple Shelter</i></a>.<br />
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</p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMofIE39Ja7asODrtXGVgRLoRTQjYNxV6_jeTh4VoNTgdaOHBFkYsIQV6z6XAFrd-KpthMBaJ2F-uVXAV2pGooRMafH_NGkzRbU2j31yvmgiB3MYf7RMKQzjOM3khEx5Eh4mBV3A/s1600/DSCN0406.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="175" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMofIE39Ja7asODrtXGVgRLoRTQjYNxV6_jeTh4VoNTgdaOHBFkYsIQV6z6XAFrd-KpthMBaJ2F-uVXAV2pGooRMafH_NGkzRbU2j31yvmgiB3MYf7RMKQzjOM3khEx5Eh4mBV3A/s1600/DSCN0406.JPG" width="250" /></a><p>Our float cabin is past First Narrows at picturesque Hole in the Wall where we pay annual lease and property taxes.<br /><br />
Click on the links below to go to the posts. If you have questions, please leave a comment. <br />
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<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2007/04/float-cabin-living.html">Float Cabin Living: The Series</a> (an overview)</li>
<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2007/04/float-cabin-living-does-it-move.html">Does the cabin move around the lake?</a></li>
<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2007/04/float-cabin-living-digital-weather.html">What is the weather like?</a></li>
<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2007/04/float-cabin-living-what-happens-during.html">What happens during storms?</a></li>
<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2007/04/float-cabin-living-what-happens-during.html">How do you stay warm? </a></li>
<li>How do you get power? <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2013/05/propane-power.html">Propane</a>, <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2012/03/solar-solutions.html">Solar</a>, <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2007/05/float-cabin-living-do-you-have-power_01.html">Alternatives</a></li>
<li>Do you have a <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2007/06/float-cabin-living-do-you-have.html">telephone</a>, <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.ca/2007/06/float-cabin-living-do-you-have_21.html">television</a> and the <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2007/06/float-cabin-living-do-you-get-internet.html">Internet</a>?</li>
<li>How was your cabin built? <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2007/06/float-cabin-living-float-construction.html">Float</a>, <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2007/06/float-cabin-living-cabin-raising.html">Cabin</a></li>
<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2018/06/float-cabin-living-why-do-you-live-in.html">Why did you choose to live in a float cabin</a>?</li>
<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2018/06/float-cabin-living-can-you-have-garden.html">Can you have a garden</a>?</li>
<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2007/06/float-cabin-living-cabin-floorplan.html">How can you live in such a small space</a>?</li>
<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2007/06/float-cabin-living-what-do-you-do-with.html">What do you DO with all your time</a>?</li>
<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2018/07/float-cabin-living-what-about-bathroom.html">How do you handle waste</a>?</li>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5lpSZExEivBUbz7WKEHcloBFYtqwZpYZcZv5JB6t8KhRr6lIzE8cCuFtGhK3aqcZ_6rgGXjSUCx_1RpfCOk4lefr2oON7BXkLdl1SCLquNlOLarDRx-F69ZPfxReuPGCeaPd0Iw/s1600/Image.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5lpSZExEivBUbz7WKEHcloBFYtqwZpYZcZv5JB6t8KhRr6lIzE8cCuFtGhK3aqcZ_6rgGXjSUCx_1RpfCOk4lefr2oON7BXkLdl1SCLquNlOLarDRx-F69ZPfxReuPGCeaPd0Iw/s320/Image.jpg" width="180" /></a>For more information there are posts under <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/search/label/Float%20Cabin%20Living"><i>Float Cabin Living</i></a> in the sidebar. You can also visit the <a href="http://www.powellriverbooks.com/">PowellRiverBooks.com</a> website for information about my husband's <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Wayne-J.-Lutz/e/B002BMKADW/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_25?qid=1521690781&sr=8-25"><i>Coastal BC Stories</i> series of books</a>. Many include chapters about cabin life and Powell Lake.<br />
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If you have questions, please leave a comment or use the email link in my profile. I always enjoy sharing about our life up the lake. -- Margy</div>
Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com0Powell Lake, qathet Regional District, BC, Canada50.08147 -124.486951227.351830682098168 -159.6432012 72.811109317901838 -89.3307012tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-49507371120030784882022-12-04T09:00:00.000-08:002022-12-04T09:00:00.199-08:00Book Review: "Murder Rides a Gale Force Wind" by Yvonne Maximchuk<div><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table>This month I'm reviewing a new book by my favourite local author, <a href="https://www.yvonnemaximchuk.com/" target="_blank">Yvonne Maximchuk</a>. I've read all her non-fiction books about the people and places near her off-grid home in Echo Bay on Gilford Island in Coastal British Columbia. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Murder-Rides-Gale-Force-Wind/dp/1777958504" target="_blank"><i>Murder Rides a Gale Force Wind</i></a> is her first novel.<p></p><p>Yvonne is an author and artist. She's a master at capturing the beauty of Coastal BC in images and words. You can see more <a href="https://www.online-catalog-of-professional-artists.com/artist-yvonne-maximchuk.html" target="_blank">at her website</a>. </p><p><a href="http://redtuquebooks.com/yvonne-maximchuk-murder-rides-a-gale-force-wind/" target="_blank"><i>Murder Rides a Gale Force Wind</i></a> is set in Echo Bay, nearby islands and North Vancouver Island. If you've read any of Yvonne's other books, you'll recognize her inspiration from real-life people and places like the <a href="https://kwaxwalawadi.com/" target="_blank">Echo Bay Marina and Lodge</a> and legendary <a href="https://sealives.org/legacy-part-07-billy-proctor-retired-salmon-fisherman-and-lifelong-mainland-resident/" target="_blank">Billy Proctor</a>. <br /><br />
</p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span>Review of <i>Murder Rides a Gale Force Wind</i></span></b></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioKFsg2HGuQXccVESCnNwcVW4o88Jwx64MQccewvgahgDO8RCLQJhhZfcwcmMpz2X0IrKNGTAmH6fOOSjFF4AGQD-g6s3T0-KRnvLS620jT1pmPjDvUBuMetFR3eR-jzRvKWuyuODL5T8B3Do9xvcpFYamSwIvoQl-K5rH0j__gM7VBotNa7k/s385/gale.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="385" data-original-width="250" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioKFsg2HGuQXccVESCnNwcVW4o88Jwx64MQccewvgahgDO8RCLQJhhZfcwcmMpz2X0IrKNGTAmH6fOOSjFF4AGQD-g6s3T0-KRnvLS620jT1pmPjDvUBuMetFR3eR-jzRvKWuyuODL5T8B3Do9xvcpFYamSwIvoQl-K5rH0j__gM7VBotNa7k/s320/gale.jpg" width="208" /></a></div>Echo Bay is a small hamlet of cabins in a protected cove cut off from Vancouver Island by kilometres of sometimes dangerous ocean. Like all small villages, everyone knows everyone, sometimes too well. Woody's lodge and marina is the heart of the community. It's usually a quiet place, except when summer boaters come to cruise the nearby scenic waterways. In all seasons, it supplies residents and fishermen with fuel, mail, supplies and gossip.<p></p><p>Tim is a colourful character. He's settled into being a government agent checking prawn boats for legal catches. He has conflicting love interests, Margaret an RCMP Sargent in Port McNeill on Vancouver Island, and Kit who runs a boat taxi service out of Echo Bay. There's also a tangled web of other characters from Echo Bay, the First Nations village, and recent arrivals to this isolated region.</p><p>Several story lines unfold to introduce the characters and the beautiful land and sea. They come together crashing together when a body is discovered washed up on the shore of a neighbouring island. The big question, is it murder or something else.<br /></p><p>Yvonne knows this area well. It's been her home for many years. Her extensive knowledge of boating, off-grid living, commercial fishing, logging, painting, First Nations, hiking and exploring shows in her descriptive narration. I'm amazed at how much I have learned over the years by living in the region. For some readers, a few terms might be unfamiliar, but add to the authenticity. </p><p>Congratulations to Yvonne on an exciting novel. You are a master of words to paint pictures in the minds of your readers.<br /></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Murder-Rides-Gale-Force-Wind/dp/1777958504" target="_blank"><i>Murder Rides a Gale Force Wind</i></a> is available in e-book and print formats from a variety of online booksellers plus several Vancouver Island and Lower Mainland bookstores. Watch her <a href="https://www.facebook.com/yvonne.maximchuk/" target="_blank">Facebook page</a> for upcoming in-person readings and presentations.</p><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Posts I've written about Yvonne and her books:</b></span><p><a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2016/11/yvonne-maximchuk-painter-potter-author.html" target="_blank">Yvonne Maximchuk: Painter, Potter, Author</a> and her visit to our Powell Lake float cabin</p><p>Her memoir <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2014/10/drawn-to-sea-by-yvonne-maximchuk.html" target="_blank"><i>Drawn to Sea</i></a><br /></p><p>Books co-authored with Bill Proctor: <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2014/11/full-moon-flood-tide-by-bill-proctor.html" target="_blank"><i>Full Moon, Flood Tide</i></a> and <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2017/02/tide-rips-and-back-eddies-by-proctor.html" target="_blank"><i>Tide Rips and Back Eddies</i></a></p><p></p></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;">***********************************</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgN8BRS5l_O5r4jQD0AVIA940Yf6E8yJjLfLmLFgd32R2lRowbZaGnLHn_7OuC9-rnEk_lFt7jNbOke1xZrYhS2OIIDeQnvtAonIvd_5_gaKylblcsypqYmhj_k84DCflorjGjtPwrdhon7OlTgteLM_UBOXI5C81iaWce1y9Q9Soc2PNG6qZ0/s1280/Yvonne.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgN8BRS5l_O5r4jQD0AVIA940Yf6E8yJjLfLmLFgd32R2lRowbZaGnLHn_7OuC9-rnEk_lFt7jNbOke1xZrYhS2OIIDeQnvtAonIvd_5_gaKylblcsypqYmhj_k84DCflorjGjtPwrdhon7OlTgteLM_UBOXI5C81iaWce1y9Q9Soc2PNG6qZ0/w200-h113/Yvonne.jpg" width="175" /></a></div>Would you like to own a piece of historic and scenic Echo Bay? Yvonne's custom, state-of-the-art off grid waterfront home is for sale. For details visit<a href="https://www.realtor.ca/real-estate/24816053/sl-5-echo-bay-see-remarks-small-islands-north-island-area" target="_blank"> Realtor.ca</a>.<br /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;">***********************************</span></div>
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Also shared with <a href="http://www.stonecottageadventures.com/"><i>Your the Star</i></a> at Stone Cottage Adventures.Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com6Echo Bay, BC V0P 1L0, Canada50.7508 -126.4975522.440566163821153 -161.6538 79.061033836178837 -91.3413tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-81616929017240507562022-07-10T14:57:00.001-07:002022-07-10T14:57:14.989-07:00Growing and Preserving Garlic<div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSFwjTq-EbcQYQYHZur453ScSao7ib_RUjCqWwbu9djiubmWSrnCQjjsJiFa5O6hF96OnXI37PM4yMP0KAQkAck5ByuhNrdRJqoDUYhxec9bduTnvUaMIAmsE2zTyL7orSHT5r6ZRPFYqu7lnbURAOHnGG59ap2BzeKspsGFqJbg5ELFWU6xg/s4016/fullsizeoutput_304c.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1px; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3012" data-original-width="4016" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSFwjTq-EbcQYQYHZur453ScSao7ib_RUjCqWwbu9djiubmWSrnCQjjsJiFa5O6hF96OnXI37PM4yMP0KAQkAck5ByuhNrdRJqoDUYhxec9bduTnvUaMIAmsE2zTyL7orSHT5r6ZRPFYqu7lnbURAOHnGG59ap2BzeKspsGFqJbg5ELFWU6xg/s320/fullsizeoutput_304c.jpeg" width="280" /></a></div>Cabin life changed during Covid. Getting home for spring planting was difficult. Either we couldn't get here, or our timing was too early. In September, I cleaned my float garden, covered parts to <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2021/09/to-bed-to-bed-garden-style.html" target="_blank">prevent unwanted weed</a>s, and planted flower bulbs and garlic.<br /><p></p>
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I've <a href="http://www.organicgardening.com/learn-and-grow/garlic-growing-guide">grown garlic</a> for years. In the beginning, it was in small containers. I got plenty, but the bulbs were on the small side.<br />
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Now I grow it in my float garden. <a href="https://www.burpee.com/gardenadvicecenter/vegetables/garlic/garlic/article10268.html">Garlic takes little attention</a>. Plant cloves with the point up, mulch, water, feed periodically, dig, dry, and enjoy.</p><p>I purchase garlic bulbs good for my climate at the nursery. I also save my best bulbs for future planting. A few bulbs go a long way. You separate the cloves and plant them seven inches apart. I plant in fall, mulch through winter and harvest in early summer.<br />
</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj35MVFN5dYkwhZ2kapYXj0-02Pmml5IAC975jjyaKRul8ePqdTIBnUH2y1r132_lSRQpaqIje2U-EEuCSwaWMYIj-6q6LZ5IQdwULdy8rKFW2nhtCtF1KxRxlR7JARZNmt9oWwim7c0GfomyCiobL6p7OletQeEYWdTkxf_BCWr-dzSF01SVs/s3829/fullsizeoutput_3156.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2872" data-original-width="3829" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj35MVFN5dYkwhZ2kapYXj0-02Pmml5IAC975jjyaKRul8ePqdTIBnUH2y1r132_lSRQpaqIje2U-EEuCSwaWMYIj-6q6LZ5IQdwULdy8rKFW2nhtCtF1KxRxlR7JARZNmt9oWwim7c0GfomyCiobL6p7OletQeEYWdTkxf_BCWr-dzSF01SVs/w400-h300/fullsizeoutput_3156.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Flower and garlic bulbs (in the front) sprouting in early March.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>When the tops wilt, brown, and fall over, it's time to pull the bulbs. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD1OCtDrhhbXeiD9zLYVOZ2g71180KEA3gweUaQNuyomgb5TiHyaNp2OY562oM_cNkFt3WuSxXnEZzokmeObiDfKcFVuUNcoBIai8cBw6PCEI-EIKrTG4x7lGa1VgpM3jiXHY9qy7V3OHWcMSmIxr78od8LQGM4R5bAo4abj1IKtSXB8SYJOs/s3865/fullsizeoutput_322c.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2899" data-original-width="3865" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD1OCtDrhhbXeiD9zLYVOZ2g71180KEA3gweUaQNuyomgb5TiHyaNp2OY562oM_cNkFt3WuSxXnEZzokmeObiDfKcFVuUNcoBIai8cBw6PCEI-EIKrTG4x7lGa1VgpM3jiXHY9qy7V3OHWcMSmIxr78od8LQGM4R5bAo4abj1IKtSXB8SYJOs/w400-h300/fullsizeoutput_322c.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tulips have died back and garlic approaching maturity.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>If the weather is sunny and warm, I leave them on the cabin deck to dry.
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If you live in an apartment with a balcony, or a home with limited garden space, you can grow garlic in a container and have plenty left over to share with friends and family. -- Margy<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My former wire bin composter.</td></tr>
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During the early years we had shore access. Four years ago our lease required us to remove our stairs to the outhouse (decommissioned in 2018 for an <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2018/07/float-cabin-living-what-about-bathroom.html" target="_blank">on-float compost toilet</a>), my <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2009/04/hillside-potato-patch.html" target="_blank">hillside potato patch</a>, and my <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2007/05/build-simple-compost-pile.html" target="_blank">compost bin</a>. I had to find an alternative for composting kitchen and garden waste on the cabin deck or in my floating garden. <br /></p>
One method I learned about is called <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2018/12/composting-in-plant-container.html">chop and drop.</a> Chop and drop works well for garden waste.
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As plants are trimmed or removed, the residue is chopped into small portions and <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2009/05/why-mulch.html">used as mulch</a> in garden beds and plant containers. The majority of my composting needs are taken care of in this manner.
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cutting a plastic 55-gallon barrel in half.</td></tr>
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It doesn't work as well for kitchen scraps because the smell can attract critters. I decided to compost kitchen waste in a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Gallon-Plastic-Drums-Reconditioned-Drink/dp/B07B67PPZ4/ref=sr_1_7?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI69npgeml4wIVAr3sCh0MTwEIEAAYBCAAEgI5-fD_BwE&hvadid=241888772616&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9033357&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t4&hvqmt=e&hvrand=735436845744467789&hvtargid=kwd-3246007221&hydadcr=24630_10399595&keywords=55+gallon+plastic+barrel&qid=1562606107&s=gateway&sr=8-7">55-gallon plastic barrel</a> cut in half. Barrels in my town cost about $40. Check nursery, building and farm stores, or use a large plastic trash can that isn't too deep.<br />
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Now that last year's batch of soil is ready to use, I'm starting over.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A kitchen compost container.</td></tr>
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Cut the barrel in half. Drill drain holes in the bottom. Make two composters or use the <a href="https://margylutz.blogspot.com/2016/10/something-from-nothing-inexpensive.html">other half as a planter</a>.<br />
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Place four inches of soil in the bottom to start. <br />
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Use a kitchen compost container for fruit and vegetable trimmings chopped into pieces. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Layering chopped plant matter, Rot-It and soil.</td></tr>
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When the container is full, spread the contents over the layer of soil. <br />
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Add garden trimmings if you have them. <br />
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Sprinkle with compost accelerator. I use <a href="http://oldgardener.wix.com/rot-it-2#!">Rot-It</a>.<br />
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Moisten with water. <br />
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Add 1" of soil over fresh items.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A cover cut to fit and a plastic mesh cage.</td></tr>
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Cover with a porous material and surround with a cage to keep small critters out. If you live in bear country, enclose your composter.<br />
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When it's time to add a new layer, stir the ones below first. <br />
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Continue layering waste and soil until the barrel is full.<br />
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Let your composter rest with it's porous cover on for several months while the organic matter decomposes. Periodically moisten and mix to encourage the composting process.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Compost turned into rich soil in 8 months.</td></tr>
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Your rewards will be less kitchen and garden waste going into the garbage stream, and free rich soil coming into your garden.<br />
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Do you do compost? What process do you use? Do you have any tips to add to my post? -- Margy<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Arrow 997 over Powell River Airport.</td></tr>
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If you've been following my blog, you know that our home is a float cabin on Powell Lake in Coastal British Columbia.<br />
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We discovered Powell Lake and float cabins during our 2001 summer flying and camping vacation in our Piper Arrow 997. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">First night at the float cabin.</td></tr>
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Powell River had an immediate attraction for us including the opportunity for a wide variety of outdoor adventures, beautiful forest and seaside locales, a small town atmosphere, and expansive Powell Lake with its unique float cabins.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The tin boat.</td></tr>
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We rented a 14' aluminum boat (a tin boat to us) and explored Powell Lake. After discovering float cabins, we contacted a local realtor, <a href="http://powellriverrealestate.com/">Harry Zroback</a>. A long time cabin owner himself, he gave us directions to two cabins currently available.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">First day inside the cabin's great room.</td></tr>
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The first was old and cluttered. Float cabins traditionally come with everything included. The second was newer, built in 1998. It came with just the basics. That was perfect for us because the cabin would be a vacation home until we could retire from our jobs in Los Angeles.<br />
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In the summer of 2005 (we were both educators), the float cabin became our primary residence. A small condo in town provides a place for mail, washing clothes, an occasional shower and a place to stay overnight when we have late evening activities in town. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Our float cabin home in 2022.</td></tr>
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Since 2001 we've upgraded our float cabin to better match our lifestyle. Some of the major changes include (follow the links for more information):<br />
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<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2012/03/solar-solutions.html">Solar power</a> and <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2015/12/voltage-amps-and-watts.html">battery banks.</a></li>
<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2009/03/airx-wind-generator.html">Wind power.</a></li>
<li><span style="color: black;"><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2012/12/cable-up.html">Anchor cable repairs and shock absorbers. </a></span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;"><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2009/01/woodstove-smoke-blow-back-solution.html">Chimney cap to prevent smoke blowback.</a></span></li>
<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2017/07/finishing-new-front-deck.html">Additional docks for boats and outdoor living.</a></li>
<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2014/05/ready-set-grow.html">A floating garden with raised beds.</a></li>
<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2007/02/wood-gathering-and-storage.html">A floating woodshed.</a> </li>
<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2008/02/curtain-call.html">A repurposed boat to become a writer's retreat.</a></li>
<li><span style="color: black;"><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2011/10/indoor-plumbing.html">A bathroom addition</a></span> with <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2012/01/float-cabin-tours-bathroom-and-guest.html">a compost toilet.</a></li>
<li><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2012/02/float-cabin-tours-kitchen-kapers.html">Updated kitchen appliances.</a></li>
<li><span style="color: black;"><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2014/04/spring-remodeling-ceiling-insulation.html">Enhanced insulation</a> and <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2014/04/spring-remodeling-pine-paneling.html">pine paneling</a>.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;"><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2015/09/adding-flotation-barrels-under-cabin.html">Plastic barrels for extra flotation.</a></span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;"><a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2015/06/making-new-anchor.html">Extra anchors</a></span> and <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2016/11/enlarging-our-log-boom.html">logs for our protective booms</a>.</li>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2J1JCMtMx9sIFcr1-Apjto_0DKRQnuIDzduCoZoIszu_6h92JoHnsRJ2M4Jkt4mV2AMFSX1RRfU_ZJrvPmhYoBPHEwghe-EuFK1dJ2EEvVongfcFehxZYZJBPDu4OjPh9aE8Lcg/s1600/Image.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2J1JCMtMx9sIFcr1-Apjto_0DKRQnuIDzduCoZoIszu_6h92JoHnsRJ2M4Jkt4mV2AMFSX1RRfU_ZJrvPmhYoBPHEwghe-EuFK1dJ2EEvVongfcFehxZYZJBPDu4OjPh9aE8Lcg/s200/Image.jpg" width="140" /></a> You can read more about float cabin living by selecting <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/search/label/Float%20Cabin%20Living">Float Cabin Living</a> and <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/search/label/Float%20Cabin%20Construction">Float Cabin Construction</a> in the topic list on the right side of this page.<br />
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You can also read about our off-the-grid lifestyle in Wayne's <a href="http://www.powellriverbooks.com/"><i>Coastal BC Stories</i></a> series books including <i><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Lake-Coastal-British-Columbia-Stories-ebook/dp/B007BJWX8K/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8">Up the Lake</a></i>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Farther-Coastal-British-Columbia-Stories-ebook/dp/B003IWYD7S/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8"><i>Farther Up the Lake</i></a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Grid-Coastal-British-Columbia-Stories-ebook/dp/B008G3PF3U/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr="><i>Off the Grid</i></a> and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071GPQ6MF/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1"><i>Off the Grid: Getting Started</i></a>. All books are available in print and e-book formats from most online book sellers. -- Margy
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<p></p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFEXfAo-Am16ecZQYnlYUlLIhBW3Jn9TA56fPYEdcjRB5yG2c6iUai8UoG_S_6zXpgOEzmGJdevmYmC0KQGrPMMXYR3FzF8H41fD8HM1zBKMr9UlM3Fn28E1eeExFmJu0PVIH-/s1600/Hometead-Blog-Hop-550x366.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="366" data-original-width="550" height="75" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFEXfAo-Am16ecZQYnlYUlLIhBW3Jn9TA56fPYEdcjRB5yG2c6iUai8UoG_S_6zXpgOEzmGJdevmYmC0KQGrPMMXYR3FzF8H41fD8HM1zBKMr9UlM3Fn28E1eeExFmJu0PVIH-/s200/Hometead-Blog-Hop-550x366.png" width="75" /></a><p>
Hop on over to the <a href="https://simplelifemom.com/homestead-blog-hop/">Simple Life Mom</a> and see some great ideas for homesteading and simple living.</p>
<i><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtcrIGUhPgi7rU0QC08VtWO5B-f1_e3ihe3Jz2CblgycUiCLnub2qfg4_T68vstghm9EiTcqeT8NOfk4ipBn2KDUlp35or3yk2NurzFByWAJSKHPyxFziqCOmDPSJwxltKoJIyatU-a85byVsQk_neyx3QX9v2I--6sauOMxsas4sl3gXo9qU/s679/img_6595.webp" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1px; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="679" height="75" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtcrIGUhPgi7rU0QC08VtWO5B-f1_e3ihe3Jz2CblgycUiCLnub2qfg4_T68vstghm9EiTcqeT8NOfk4ipBn2KDUlp35or3yk2NurzFByWAJSKHPyxFziqCOmDPSJwxltKoJIyatU-a85byVsQk_neyx3QX9v2I--6sauOMxsas4sl3gXo9qU/s320/img_6595.webp" width="75" /></a></i>And <i>Sunday Sunshine Blog Hop</i> at <a href="https://www.ridgehavenhomestead.com/" target="_blank">Ridge Haven Homestead</a>.<br /><p></p>
Also shared with <a href="http://www.stonecottageadventures.com/"><i>Tuesdays with a Twist</i></a> at Stone Cottage Adventures. Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com3Powell Lake, British Columbia, Canada50.08147 -124.486951221.771236163821158 -159.6432012 78.391703836178849 -89.3307012tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-19537525322536848982022-06-18T21:08:00.005-07:002022-06-19T18:21:03.014-07:00Bats, Bees and Birds <p>
</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYnXEAQmez8fXRJZZE-crojbnko01hGsACIfURNXuaplIBqmDABX1W48a_USw0MzmawzMKA5fhBgyPvQ3O4ORadUkUGdiOKmIRWiv-3C8W7L10yePXC206Vjdula7JcSKlD5pp1rfyLVhtZKQFjs9kO5Ecii30G7zkEyypiE2TchOko9N9-s4/s3338/fullsizeoutput_31f6.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1px; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2503" data-original-width="3338" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYnXEAQmez8fXRJZZE-crojbnko01hGsACIfURNXuaplIBqmDABX1W48a_USw0MzmawzMKA5fhBgyPvQ3O4ORadUkUGdiOKmIRWiv-3C8W7L10yePXC206Vjdula7JcSKlD5pp1rfyLVhtZKQFjs9kO5Ecii30G7zkEyypiE2TchOko9N9-s4/s320/fullsizeoutput_31f6.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div>Coming home is always fun. We were last here in winter. Now it's spring going on summer, even though Mother Nature is holding on to cold rainy weather. One exciting thing about coming home is checking for critters that return each year.<br /><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #783f04;"><b>Little Brown Bats</b></span></span><br /></p><p>
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf__06d7W2bbYcdRIzyUQAVXjY-9mQRiyvPH0yWGBo4NR_norkvcIIroq2y-P07NIv46794yRXysargLhPr16rDTJqglBSHcUgnU-Vn8xH5WLaA2p0jY21tXszmQleWilvf20z/s1600-h/Bat+1.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5068755965583115234" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf__06d7W2bbYcdRIzyUQAVXjY-9mQRiyvPH0yWGBo4NR_norkvcIIroq2y-P07NIv46794yRXysargLhPr16rDTJqglBSHcUgnU-Vn8xH5WLaA2p0jY21tXszmQleWilvf20z/s200/Bat+1.jpg" style="float: right; height: 203px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; width: 290px;" /></a>Every year we have bats at our cabin. They arrive in May and stay the summer. One of the first things I do is check a favourite roosting spot under the metal roof of the propane shed. </p><p>I found a <a href="http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/accounts/information/Myotis_lucifugus.html">Little Brown Bat</a> had already moved in. It's probably male, because females group together under the cabin roof to raise their young. It's noisy at dusk and dawn as they wiggle out and in, but they keep the mosquitoes away. Here's the little guy under the shed roof. <br />
</p><div><div><div style="text-align: left;"><div><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #073763;">Mason Bees</span> </b></span></p>
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCVryZvH81PWCdKukqPnWOoL_AyVczlTEOk9TVtY1W9t3EozWZJKVeyug1uVPp0epYn_g_kUaMV3SVw-Bvucb7iBnZ9wnIxRYCi_SuhjoXq3X6Itupdh0jsKzvnHZMtRravysxBQ/s1600/64B6AF70-9BD4-414C-A15B-FDBBC5C6DC3F.JPG" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1px; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCVryZvH81PWCdKukqPnWOoL_AyVczlTEOk9TVtY1W9t3EozWZJKVeyug1uVPp0epYn_g_kUaMV3SVw-Bvucb7iBnZ9wnIxRYCi_SuhjoXq3X6Itupdh0jsKzvnHZMtRravysxBQ/w320-h320/64B6AF70-9BD4-414C-A15B-FDBBC5C6DC3F.JPG" width="290" /></a><p>I was worried my <a href="https://davidsuzuki.org/living-green/how-to-care-mason-bees-year-round/" target="_blank">Mason Bees</a> wouldn't have enough empty nesting blocks, but the enterprising bees cleaned out the old ones and are filling them up again. A few bees are still working away. My colony grew from two bees in 2015 to over 100 in 2019. </p><p>Sadly, I lost the colony due to a long absence in 2020. Fortunately, a few native bees got me restarted last year. I love giving pollinators a helping hand. Here's more about my bee experiences:<br /></p>
<a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2019/03/readying-my-mason-bee-hotels.html">Readying My Mason Bee Hotels</a> <br />
<a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2017/03/revitalizing-bee-hotel.html">Revitalizing a Bee Hotel</a><br />
<a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2016/04/building-bee-hotel.html">Drilling Nesting Blocks </a><br />
<a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2016/05/building-simple-mason-bee-hotel.html">Building a Simple Bee Hotel</a></div><div> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #0b5394;">Tree Swallows</span></b></span>
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<div style="text-align: right;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ-8bNHSMBbMS06JM_AVVE-q_juHZd_nGtKbJmYbknibMlUELN9pC5ppNiS90Gu5bqgKANYR9K6V-IW3TrQ4npCbxTgvDoqCgSLDhdaNMGXIRTi37kxtnLBAk4dlLkJ4pKlMtl6Q/s1600/fullsizeoutput_290f.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1epx; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ-8bNHSMBbMS06JM_AVVE-q_juHZd_nGtKbJmYbknibMlUELN9pC5ppNiS90Gu5bqgKANYR9K6V-IW3TrQ4npCbxTgvDoqCgSLDhdaNMGXIRTi37kxtnLBAk4dlLkJ4pKlMtl6Q/s320/fullsizeoutput_290f.jpeg" width="290" /></a></div>Two Tree Swallows flew in and out of the birdhouse on my floating garden. They arrive in mid-May, followed by Barn Swallows in June. This year the occupants are <a href="https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Tree_Swallow/overview" target="_blank">Tree Swallows</a>. </div><div> </div><div>Sometimes a pair of <a href="https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Violet-green_Swallow/overview" target="_blank">Violet-greens</a> will get there first. Swallows fly all the way from their winter home in Mexico to raise families in Coastal BC. My arms get tired thinking about it.</div><div> </div><div>There are lots more critters for me to enjoy around my float cabin home. What do you like to watch where you live? -- Margy</div><div> </div></div></div></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja2aPtQ686x-mviIOoWUTgYhrEw8qE6UyhDpmPZsKS5TNskDXeyHnGhpKHNU7zeV-1PdrrhwR999gxRN9eaMUd_Cyd81fugpvlIWpJzODaS_zNDNHDcn9B1ODwKGTVo5zDHqamyQ/s1600/Blog+Button.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="100" data-original-width="100" height="75" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja2aPtQ686x-mviIOoWUTgYhrEw8qE6UyhDpmPZsKS5TNskDXeyHnGhpKHNU7zeV-1PdrrhwR999gxRN9eaMUd_Cyd81fugpvlIWpJzODaS_zNDNHDcn9B1ODwKGTVo5zDHqamyQ/s200/Blog+Button.jpg" width="75" /></a>Visit <i>Letting Go of the Bay Leaf</i> for more <a href="http://tentoesinthewater.blogspot.com/">Mosaic Monday</a>.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEmZY7_OgOt1kNTxccnF3iW5AhSIkUfgtgHJRrDqhjH4h4TzazdsT_HC2mlXWI2tLeP42R6f_LDTD44c_C4QP2GUtXDygEz3lI8FCXpD5cXEQTJzRWr6ULJ-lQPlOcZjpccxxv4w/s1600/Saturday's+Critters_2.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="75" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEmZY7_OgOt1kNTxccnF3iW5AhSIkUfgtgHJRrDqhjH4h4TzazdsT_HC2mlXWI2tLeP42R6f_LDTD44c_C4QP2GUtXDygEz3lI8FCXpD5cXEQTJzRWr6ULJ-lQPlOcZjpccxxv4w/s1600/Saturday's%2BCritters_2.jpg" width="75" /></a>Thanks for visiting my post this week. I'm linking up with <a href="http://viewingnaturewitheileen.blogspot.com/">Saturday's Critters</a>. Check them out for more great animal pictures.<br /><br />
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Shared with <a href="http://www.stonecottageadventures.com/"><i>Your the Star</i></a> at Stone Cottage Adventures. And <a href="http://www.stonecottageadventures.com/"><i>Tuesdays with a Twist</i></a> at Stone Cottage Adventures. Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com43Powell Lake, British Columbia, Canada50.08147 -124.4869512-0.31253933576808635 94.888048799999979 90 16.138048800000035tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-34023105043711041932022-06-07T21:13:00.004-07:002022-06-07T23:51:19.749-07:00Finally Heading Home<div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Our Powell Lake float cabin home.</td></tr>
</tbody></table><p>Last Wednesday Wayne and I drove to the <a href="https://www.ezbordercrossing.com/list-of-border-crossings/washington-state/peace-arch/traffic/" target="_blank">Peace Arch</a> border crossing in Blaine, WA. Most Canadian COVID-19 border restrictions have been lifted for vaccinated travelers. The online <a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/services/arrivecan.html" target="_blank">ArriveCAN app</a> is still needed. </p><p>Rules are in flux, so check before you go with the <a href="http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel-voyage/menu-eng.html">Canadian Border Service Agency</a> and <a href="http://cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/">US Custo</a><a href="http://cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/">ms and Border Protection</a>.<br />
</p><p>We timed our border arrival to catch the first of two <a href="https://www.bcferries.com/" target="_blank">BC Ferries</a> needed to get to Powell River. To ensure we made our connection at the second ferry, we had a reservation.<br />
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There's no <a href="https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid" target="_blank">quarantine</a> requirement for fully vaccinated. Because of the relaxed rules, we headed home early after our <a href="http://margylutz.blogspot.com/2021/11/wayne-and-margys-2021-22-snowbird-rv.html" target="_blank">Arizona Snowbird RV Adventure</a>. After a few days in town to take care of business, we got in our Hewescraft and headed up Powell Lake to our <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/search/label/Float%20Cabin%20Living" target="_blank">float cabin home</a>.</p>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikABit8KE8cw61kf44BVp0nzc2wPfjEYGi4JtIYaRmdgu3Hxk745acxmBB68D4LKuuiURyOEHP8u89F6rNlzDBlAAJAdNVTO2O1HEmA7vVoCa05HUKnf79o7IbJEAr6mhIPWLyLcsrUSL6FCVr-VwDELmiSSUx9sHiNhwOiuutQeuumIdhR1E/s3814/fullsizeoutput_31f7.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2860" data-original-width="3814" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikABit8KE8cw61kf44BVp0nzc2wPfjEYGi4JtIYaRmdgu3Hxk745acxmBB68D4LKuuiURyOEHP8u89F6rNlzDBlAAJAdNVTO2O1HEmA7vVoCa05HUKnf79o7IbJEAr6mhIPWLyLcsrUSL6FCVr-VwDELmiSSUx9sHiNhwOiuutQeuumIdhR1E/w400-h300/fullsizeoutput_31f7.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Heading to First Narrows with Hole in the Wall beyond.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>
<p>Here's our cabin and the view from our front porch. Purchasing our unique off-the-grid home in 2001 was the best choice we've ever made.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgomrVt2m1v1xIB6TiIO5UcdrO3ynq9lkxh0UJZErgpBNV2B389Cq-1602a1edMlLquYokepno-OE3CHKmWxUo_pvYyx9zc-UN9drbFlGiZyA4TCWIGk6JTcx90oYM9SOLb-FTiGb_w_-tXNyaBsMvc4yoqK5CeHZXT2ov76557jP0QlwoObk/s2560/Cabin%20Outside.jpg" style="margin-left: 1px; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2560" data-original-width="2560" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgomrVt2m1v1xIB6TiIO5UcdrO3ynq9lkxh0UJZErgpBNV2B389Cq-1602a1edMlLquYokepno-OE3CHKmWxUo_pvYyx9zc-UN9drbFlGiZyA4TCWIGk6JTcx90oYM9SOLb-FTiGb_w_-tXNyaBsMvc4yoqK5CeHZXT2ov76557jP0QlwoObk/w400-h400/Cabin%20Outside.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p></p><p>Here's the cabin's interior. It's 500 square feet with a sleeping loft. We have a woodstove for heat, propane appliances and a hand water pump in the kitchen, and a bathroom with a composting toilet.<br />
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<p></p><p> Travel is fun, but here's no place like home!<br /></p><p>Living through the COVID-19 pandemic has been hard on everyone worldwide. Wayne and I hope you and your family are starting to come out the other side in a safe manner. -- Margy<br /></p>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGZdnmAjCk2mT6KmEJaIfg_nMske4E6pRkEU0i-Lqx-ZJtwqN2MLGA55zSVcjc8JL6dt0JyrGC25Lt7hX7sMfCUV0jdUtyzO_RdAh4Uywo-I0xMlkzyobGipKDBgffxFSGsvc5hA/s1600/throughmylens.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="75" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGZdnmAjCk2mT6KmEJaIfg_nMske4E6pRkEU0i-Lqx-ZJtwqN2MLGA55zSVcjc8JL6dt0JyrGC25Lt7hX7sMfCUV0jdUtyzO_RdAh4Uywo-I0xMlkzyobGipKDBgffxFSGsvc5hA/s200/throughmylens.jpg" width="75" /></a><p>Blog sharing at <a href="http://www.mersad-photography.blogspot.ca/"><i>Through My Lens</i></a> by Mersad and <a href="https://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/"><i>Wordless Wednesday</i></a> by Natasha.<br />
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And <a href="http://nicholasjv.blogspot.com//"><i>Travel Tuesdays</i></a> at Intelliblog, <a href="http://www.stonecottageadventures.com/"><i>Tuesdays with a Twist</i></a> at Stone Cottage Adventures and My Corner of the World at <a href="http://myworldthrumycameralens.blogspot.com/"><i>Photographing New Zealand</i></a>. </p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja2aPtQ686x-mviIOoWUTgYhrEw8qE6UyhDpmPZsKS5TNskDXeyHnGhpKHNU7zeV-1PdrrhwR999gxRN9eaMUd_Cyd81fugpvlIWpJzODaS_zNDNHDcn9B1ODwKGTVo5zDHqamyQ/s1600/Blog+Button.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="100" data-original-width="100" height="75" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja2aPtQ686x-mviIOoWUTgYhrEw8qE6UyhDpmPZsKS5TNskDXeyHnGhpKHNU7zeV-1PdrrhwR999gxRN9eaMUd_Cyd81fugpvlIWpJzODaS_zNDNHDcn9B1ODwKGTVo5zDHqamyQ/s200/Blog+Button.jpg" width="75" /></a>Visit <i>Letting Go of the Bay Leaf</i> for more <a href="http://tentoesinthewater.blogspot.com/">Mosaic Monday</a>.Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com6Powell Lake, British Columbia, Canada50.08147 -124.486951221.771236163821158 -159.6432012 78.391703836178849 -89.3307012tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-19928338665098280492022-05-29T20:51:00.001-07:002022-05-29T20:51:51.459-07:00"The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek" by Kim Michele Richardson<p></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Book-Woman-Troublesome-Creek-Novel/dp/1492671525/ref=asc_df_1492671525/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=343242904475&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5292780516252892884&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9033356&hvtargid=pla-757976572001&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=67797266303&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=343242904475&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5292780516252892884&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9033356&hvtargid=pla-757976572001" target="_blank"><i></i></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg53BGLpA--yvARn4Eua0CGcE6XLZC9PMMFNhnBY5Sz-mOrI108zwulR7WHE4zS0ff6QwJxzOyIKBL1zkjVzHoXYue9HuShAL2duWNKI-fyhdQGrSdVT1zPQx06wgoR3JaUfgJhBSu4W50PQz8KY7P6lEWVbVdVtdDcD6ZCh86z-BHx6iSvSCc/s500/9781492671527-us.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="333" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg53BGLpA--yvARn4Eua0CGcE6XLZC9PMMFNhnBY5Sz-mOrI108zwulR7WHE4zS0ff6QwJxzOyIKBL1zkjVzHoXYue9HuShAL2duWNKI-fyhdQGrSdVT1zPQx06wgoR3JaUfgJhBSu4W50PQz8KY7P6lEWVbVdVtdDcD6ZCh86z-BHx6iSvSCc/s320/9781492671527-us.jpg" width="213" /></a></i></div><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Book-Woman-Troublesome-Creek-Novel/dp/1492671525/ref=asc_df_1492671525/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=343242904475&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5292780516252892884&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9033356&hvtargid=pla-757976572001&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=67797266303&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=343242904475&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5292780516252892884&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9033356&hvtargid=pla-757976572001" target="_blank"><i>The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek</i></a> by <a href="https://www.kimmichelerichardson.com/" target="_blank">Kim Michele Richardson</a> (<span class="a-list-item"><span>Sourcebooks Landmark, 2019) was recommended by my husband Wayne. He's typically a scifi aficionado, but found this </span></span><span class="a-list-item"><span><span class="a-list-item"><span>historical fiction novel </span></span>compelling. Through extensive research, the author has effectively woven factual events into a well written tale.</span></span><p></p><p><span class="a-list-item"><span>They say to write about what you know. Kim Richardson grew up and lives in Kentucky, the book's setting. Her story portrays the people, places and history of the Depression era pack horse library project in</span></span><span class="a-list-item"><span><span class="a-list-item"><span> <a href="https://blueridgemountainstravelguide.com/appalachian-culture-and-history/" target="_blank">Appalachia</a></span></span>. It also brings the extreme poverty, illiteracy, and racial discrimination </span></span><span class="a-list-item"><span>to life.<br /></span></span></p><p>Cussy Mary Carter lives with her widowed father in Troublesome Creek, a hill-country coal mining town. They are descendants of French immigrants who carried the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue_Fugates" target="_blank">methemoglobinemia gene</a>, causing blue skin tones. At the time, little was known about the condition. In tight knit communities, anyone different was subjected to discrimination and persecution. </p><p>Due to her physical condition, Cussy Mary has to go behind the back of the local librarian and apply by mail to become a Pack Horse Librarian. Her mother was an avid reader and instilled in Cussy a love for books. Serving as a unique mobile librarian, she shared her love for reading and learning with individuals and families isolated by location, poverty and antiquated attitudes.</p>
<p>I highly recommend <i>The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek</i>. I learned about a part of the United States far from my homes in California and the Pacific Northwest. Living conditions were dire, women were subjected to harsh conditions and abuse, and young children often died from starvation. Yet, families endured and the pack horse library program brought a bright diversion and educational opportunity to people with few opportunities.</p>
<p><i>The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek</i> is available in print, e-book and auditory book options online and in bookstores.<br /><br /></p><p>
<span style="font-size: medium;"><b><u>More about Kim Richardson and<i> Book Woman</i></u>:</b></span> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjDiTjFgOKPxlWGBWO5J0aAKwD2J9U5lHWIyzawdxgI7JhyfJBLK9izUbeZNC18MT202rsKz44mxYyA1xn0vknlcTS5mvqNYvr3SNHSkI2p65phPSUUf_wpafoOPnKWkvwaEagegdTU_FcCMMgR-gMJphs-k5mz0WWNctzVJ9tzrP1rYwwo44/s1500/BookWomansDaughter_NyTimes_select.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjDiTjFgOKPxlWGBWO5J0aAKwD2J9U5lHWIyzawdxgI7JhyfJBLK9izUbeZNC18MT202rsKz44mxYyA1xn0vknlcTS5mvqNYvr3SNHSkI2p65phPSUUf_wpafoOPnKWkvwaEagegdTU_FcCMMgR-gMJphs-k5mz0WWNctzVJ9tzrP1rYwwo44/w133-h200/BookWomansDaughter_NyTimes_select.jpg" width="133" /></a></div>Kim Richardson's <a href="https://www.kimmichelerichardson.com/" target="_blank">website</a>.<br /><br />
Kim Richardson's <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KimMicheleRichardson" target="_blank">Facebook page</a>.<br /><br />
<a href="https://www.kimmichelerichardson.com/the-book-woman-of-troublesome-creek" target="_blank">A book trailer</a> at Kim Richardson's website.<br /><br />
<a href="https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/tomiobaro/jojo-moyes-the-giver-of-stars-kim-richardson-bookwoman-of" target="_blank">Controversy</a> about another book published with similarities.<br /><br />
The story continues with <a href="https://www.kimmichelerichardson.com/thebookwomansdaughter" target="_blank"><i>The Book Woman's Daughter</i></a>.<br /><br /><br />
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I follow several Powell River friends online. One day there was mention of a book about horses, one of my favourite subjects. As a young girl in the suburbs of Los Angeles, I dreamed of having a horse of my own. My dad helped by taking me riding at a nearby stable on the Los Angeles River, which at the time was not the cement channel it is today. I always rode Flash, but I think his name was more of a joke than a description of his fleet footedness.<br />
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When we came to Powell River, I saw a brochure offering trail rides at <a href="http://www.equinenow.com/farm/horses_of_tanglewood.htm">Tanglewood Farms</a>. I’ve never completed my desire to check it out, but when I learned that the owner Phoebe Kingscote’s mother Barbara wrote a memoir of a riding adventure from the early 1950s, I had to get it.<br />
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Barbara Kingscote grew up in Quebec in the 1940s. She too had a love of horses. Working on a small subsistence farm, she gained the experienced needed to apply for veterinary college. In 1949 when she was twenty years old, the owners of the farm moved to the West Coast, but couldn’t take their horse Zazy. The solution? Barbara would ride the black mare all the way from Montreal to their new home in Lytton, British Columbia. But just prior to departure, Charlie, the owner, gave the mare to Barbara to be her own.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Ride-Rising-Barbara-Florence-Kingscote/dp/1897126050/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1440708872&sr=1-1"><i>Ride the Rising Wind: One Woman’s Journey Across Canada</i></a> (NeWest Press, 2006) is Barbara and Zazy’s story of the massive undertaking spanning sixteen months and over four thousand miles. Barbara left with minimal supplies lashed to Zazy’s saddle and $100 in her pocket. She stopped along the way at logging camps, farms and towns to intercept mail, buy meager supplies for herself and her horse, and enjoy the company of generous Canadians all along the way.<br />
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When she wasn’t offered a loft or bedroom, the intrepid pair slept under the stars or a tarp in pouring rain. Their winter was spent working in the cookhouse at a logging camp. That was a story in itself. But come spring, the two were back on the road. <br />
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To take such a journey today seems impossible. The roads are more like freeways, the traffic even more congested. Towns and logging camps along the way no longer depend on horses, so support would be minimal. That’s one reason Barbara’s story is so compelling. Horse people dream of such adventures and opportunities. The closest I ever came was riding in the Chilko Lake area helping a dude ranch hand with the horses. <br />
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After learning about the book, I found a used copy online. And then, strangely enough, I bumped into another at the Powell River thrift store. I always stop in every week or so to see what Canadian and regional treasures I can find to add to my reading shelf. -- MargyPowell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com0Canada56.130366 -106.34677127.820132163821157 -141.503021 84.440599836178848 -71.190521tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-48752506947721625092022-04-03T14:26:00.004-07:002022-04-03T14:33:38.952-07:00"The Ride of Her Life" by Elizabeth Letts<p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifCc2rwGbSpx8o0WT6jh6gzW4-NS7DOOk6Cw5O21x0J7Q8dxDfHK3OtHMSoLTXC9U665UO224zDhkL9Up7PxEMAyhoStHsdG_K497aq0UWuNGfZGUFceO8Mrd1rK42sVHLjSSuFnCNnUowf8f7X9URDCdhUOS8Fm_-oYbezEQ7cYqjciX0n_U/s1765/fullsizeoutput_3161.jpeg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1765" data-original-width="1760" height="250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifCc2rwGbSpx8o0WT6jh6gzW4-NS7DOOk6Cw5O21x0J7Q8dxDfHK3OtHMSoLTXC9U665UO224zDhkL9Up7PxEMAyhoStHsdG_K497aq0UWuNGfZGUFceO8Mrd1rK42sVHLjSSuFnCNnUowf8f7X9URDCdhUOS8Fm_-oYbezEQ7cYqjciX0n_U/w199-h200/fullsizeoutput_3161.jpeg" width="250" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Margy (12) and Misty in 1960<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Ever since I can remember I've loved horses. Mom told me about Grampa's plow horse on the Compton farm in the early 1900s.</p><p>My parents worked so Betty was my sitter. She grew up in a French chateau where they raised thoroughbreds. She told me stories about life before WWII and gave me jodhpurs she brought when she came to America.</p><br />
<table cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggGr1mTzzxGN9UDjvzSlyBtCinMG2u03PPQHiq9LrTwss_IoGEarMrOREotywszq6Z5g2dyhv8ZAPt4dUb4pGHiFNNQdnkkq6hu5oDZ_Czq6392wLtY0QDLZB77BDZHd9ix5o3pHoo7u6p4zxW3g7LFsmKFwdgNd_tK50PhnSW-03Sf7A49_U/s1799/fullsizeoutput_3162.jpeg" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1754" data-original-width="1799" height="250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggGr1mTzzxGN9UDjvzSlyBtCinMG2u03PPQHiq9LrTwss_IoGEarMrOREotywszq6Z5g2dyhv8ZAPt4dUb4pGHiFNNQdnkkq6hu5oDZ_Czq6392wLtY0QDLZB77BDZHd9ix5o3pHoo7u6p4zxW3g7LFsmKFwdgNd_tK50PhnSW-03Sf7A49_U/s320/fullsizeoutput_3162.jpeg" width="250" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Margy (15), Dad, Misty and baby Burke in 1963<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Dad took me riding at a Los Angeles River stable. "My horse" was always Flash. I remember a movie with my little legs barely reaching over Flash's back.<p>I begged for a horse. My parents relented by junior high and Misty came into my life. By then the river was a cement channel, but I didn't care. My dream had come true.<br /><br />
</p><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW1mNhVkjJzSwOJnzZoLwx4l2Rjj1MWeFkr2zunPVjfuYCRtcKYJanYCD27AQdNg0SJv39zLbG-Zsc7_d55NMF8NLOWSGQXntHsBCWIXUcLuJtbut_LsO7R0c_ZmjPg7RjXmQBMADf3ao4R4Kg4aN5UOg0jG4-qjuA42uH5UuhK__jlwDbtUE/s2560/RideofHerLife.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2560" data-original-width="1684" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW1mNhVkjJzSwOJnzZoLwx4l2Rjj1MWeFkr2zunPVjfuYCRtcKYJanYCD27AQdNg0SJv39zLbG-Zsc7_d55NMF8NLOWSGQXntHsBCWIXUcLuJtbut_LsO7R0c_ZmjPg7RjXmQBMADf3ao4R4Kg4aN5UOg0jG4-qjuA42uH5UuhK__jlwDbtUE/w211-h320/RideofHerLife.jpg" width="211" /></a></div>This brings me to this month's review. As a kid, I read every horse book in the library. I still enjoy reading them. I recently discovered <a href="https://www.elizabethletts.com/the-ride-of-her-life-1" target="_blank"><u>The Ride of Her Life</u></a>, the biography of Annie Wilkins by Elizabeth Letts.<p></p><p><a href="https://www.elizabethletts.com/" target="_blank">Elizabeth Letts</a> grew up in Southern California, like I did. She began riding at a young age, like I did. But she went the English route while I was a Western rider. Her love of horses has led her to write several well researched books.</p><p>
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ride-Her-Life-Last-Chance-Journey/dp/0525619321/ref=asc_df_0525619321/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=475740618844&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3927545871864027137&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9030232&hvtargid=pla-1160232760542&psc=1" target="_blank"><u>The Ride of Her Life: The True Story of a Woman, Her Horse and their Last-Chance Journey Across America</u></a> (Ballantine Books, 2021) is the factual account of the nearly two year journey of 63-year old Annie Wilkins, her horse Tarzan and dog <span>Depeche Toi across America in the early 1950s.</span></p><p><span>Research included interviews, letters written by Annie to friends she made along the way, newspaper articles and television coverage.</span></p><p><span>Annie, affectionately called Widow Wilkins, grew up poor on a homestead near Minot, Maine. In her sixties, she had little savings and owed back taxes on the farm. After a hospital stay for severe pneumonia, the prognosis was only a few more years to live. Rather than giving in, she got to work and prepared for the journey of her life to see the Pacific Ocean. </span></p><p><span></span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0YCd0NoOBMgTnd5gXrFhDIgcyjAWboKDKk8LcUNEG3MlhQXnIrzjQP_SOP9wo50pREIwRpQkPtM5nJqq7ilH3Q4shG-i39WkBXb4iSifOCxwRcBGo1rrc7RR85Zh0bhsiu3GpFZyAL4cSonVn3-0-Utam1UB08rN2Sh1BT7_PtOUtq0C-sN0/s1548/Map.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1150" data-original-width="1548" height="297" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0YCd0NoOBMgTnd5gXrFhDIgcyjAWboKDKk8LcUNEG3MlhQXnIrzjQP_SOP9wo50pREIwRpQkPtM5nJqq7ilH3Q4shG-i39WkBXb4iSifOCxwRcBGo1rrc7RR85Zh0bhsiu3GpFZyAL4cSonVn3-0-Utam1UB08rN2Sh1BT7_PtOUtq0C-sN0/w400-h297/Map.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Credit: The Ride of Her Life page 278</td></tr></tbody></table><p>As Annie travels, the author tells the story of America in the early 1950s. It was a time when towns were growing into cities, and roads were becoming highways. The emergence of television helped to broadcast Annie's story and built interest in her adventure.</p><p>Annie, Tarzan and <span>Depeche Toi were successful in their quest thanks to many individuals and towns who offered lodging, meals and encouragement along the way. Arriving in Hollywood she was invited to appear on Art Linkletter's "People are Funny" TV show. <br /></span></p><p>I highly recommend <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HL9G6ZR/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1" target="_blank"><u>The Ride of Her Life</u></a> to anyone who loves reading about horses, strong women, adventure and historical times. It's available in print, ebook and audio versions at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ride-Her-Life-Last-Chance-Journey/dp/0525619321/ref=sr_1_1?gclid=CjwKCAjwi6WSBhA-EiwA6Niok4XbjOyxyJ-GWU1OEuEIeH87ZndsBT4IWYTwxsLY9FUNTZHpmHW0bBoCQdIQAvD_BwE&hvadid=329773266676&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9030232&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=4507652463151189110&hvtargid=kwd-377718488633&hydadcr=3420_10377610&keywords=the+ride+of+her+life&qid=1649018871&sr=8-1" target="_blank">Amazon</a> and many other online booksellers.</p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPByeCd-jMKDAeixz8C4WqAH8sSvSDgR2AXhH-WpYbZcG4MGRmv7OTONiohaU5wn9kvnZzi00yChNNeIv3JHpNqlApWZXQf-r_nH3jo-4WWrpiVz6E5Ef-66oY0RCsd0N45i8YQKUVLHOAq7s0LRN_3BxG--9iN3IEEEYjMZoWtoLoTbl4zz4/s2485/fullsizeoutput_3164.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2026" data-original-width="2485" height="326" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPByeCd-jMKDAeixz8C4WqAH8sSvSDgR2AXhH-WpYbZcG4MGRmv7OTONiohaU5wn9kvnZzi00yChNNeIv3JHpNqlApWZXQf-r_nH3jo-4WWrpiVz6E5Ef-66oY0RCsd0N45i8YQKUVLHOAq7s0LRN_3BxG--9iN3IEEEYjMZoWtoLoTbl4zz4/w400-h326/fullsizeoutput_3164.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The new Misty, Margy, Wayne and Daddy in Pomona in 1985<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>Before I say goodbye, here are my last two horses. During college there wasn't enough time for riding. That and my teaching career created a twenty year gap until a new Misty came into my life. (Can you guess my favourite childhood horse book?) Wayne surprised me one Christmas morning when we lived in Pomona, a childhood dream come true. And Dad was still with us to share my excitement.</p>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy9tSESSZgjueybw67Z_LQmwrHqwWsLhFVYzMnglKZqixmm5DlyasTFuSOyUiMvAoSuNKcuSo_51Sd9YsYvYUDPPmiqu7CxVz0bqBhFPQT5MbHAloqa7c2tM1Dc3W76HU4hn4j4dECPViYVprIxKATWwlKeUF6dfJdlmjKTIIf-INHMr1yC48/s2933/fullsizeoutput_3167.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2369" data-original-width="2933" height="323" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy9tSESSZgjueybw67Z_LQmwrHqwWsLhFVYzMnglKZqixmm5DlyasTFuSOyUiMvAoSuNKcuSo_51Sd9YsYvYUDPPmiqu7CxVz0bqBhFPQT5MbHAloqa7c2tM1Dc3W76HU4hn4j4dECPViYVprIxKATWwlKeUF6dfJdlmjKTIIf-INHMr1yC48/w400-h323/fullsizeoutput_3167.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cowboy, my last horse in Pomona before moving to Powell River<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>After Misty came the last horse in my life, Cowboy Bich. Life moves on, but my love of horses never will. -- Margy<br />
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</p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJO0lvJlz77LNcYFe4d9VuQa_G9HvZi0kY7aqxLG1G-chhSuf-vxOWQAGklrCLIntT8NPGHuPWcg-pw8t9z6nThN8uUlmHRbpT-X1uovmgPWMi6NAC5JCAhxicoUezmQzXs2ez-g/s1600/BookReviewClub-Button.gif" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="75" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJO0lvJlz77LNcYFe4d9VuQa_G9HvZi0kY7aqxLG1G-chhSuf-vxOWQAGklrCLIntT8NPGHuPWcg-pw8t9z6nThN8uUlmHRbpT-X1uovmgPWMi6NAC5JCAhxicoUezmQzXs2ez-g/s200/BookReviewClub-Button.gif" width="75" /></a><p>Visit the monthly <a href="https://barriesummy.blogspot.com/index.html">Book Review Club</a> for teen/young adult and adult fiction over at Barrie Summy's blog.<br /><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGvlMaKhWAscjz6C8Ph_4qaIv6jHHh8HU9JY1cC99DGLkAEk2yF09kv52r2UD7B6EEidVp6CWaqhIaKM8ViEol3dk8EPHRGxqa6aS2bNzEIsd7kV4OoW6NICTngezcBEHJfz3Nxw/s500/415H3e3bbHL.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="324" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGvlMaKhWAscjz6C8Ph_4qaIv6jHHh8HU9JY1cC99DGLkAEk2yF09kv52r2UD7B6EEidVp6CWaqhIaKM8ViEol3dk8EPHRGxqa6aS2bNzEIsd7kV4OoW6NICTngezcBEHJfz3Nxw/s320/415H3e3bbHL.jpg" width="207" /></a></div><p>Last month I reviewed <i><a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2021/11/buried-secrets-by-mike-martin.html">Buried Secrets</a></i> in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheWalkerOnTheCapeReviewsAndMore?ref=hl">Sgt. Windflower Mystery Series</a> by Mike Martin. Windflower is Cree and is inspired by the works of Richard Wagamese. That inspired me to read his books.</p><p>First I read <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Indian-Horse-Novel-Richard-Wagamese-ebook/dp/B07C3XLBHG/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=indian+horse&qid=1637981389&s=digital-text&sr=1-1"><i>Indian Horse</i></a> about the devastating repercussions residential school attendance. <br /></p><p>Next I chose the memoir <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Joshua-Ojibwe-Father-Teaches-Seedbank-ebook/dp/B085W29YHG/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3CAU1UIU20U2P&keywords=for+joshua+richard+wagamese&qid=1637981983&sprefix=for+joshua%2Cdigital-text%2C213&sr=8-1"><i>For Joshua: An Ojibwe Father Teaches His Son</i></a>.<br /></p><p>Wagamese was taken from his parents and raised by Canadian families. He didn't learn <a href="https://pluralism.org/anishinaabe-ojibwe-ways">Ojibwe</a> culture, was bullied in school and never felt he belonged. The process became known as the "Sixties Scoop" where children were forcibly placed in non-native foster or adoptive homes. Like residential schools, it was a means to force assimilation into Canadian norms and values. </p><p>In <i>For Joshua</i>, Wagamese tells his life story and how he struggled to learn who he was as an Ojibwe man. Life left him estranged from his son, so he used the book to pass along important teachings. </p><p>I live in the traditional territory of the <a href="https://pluralism.org/anishinaabe-ojibwe-ways">Tla'amin Nation</a> in Coastal British Columbia. Workshops following the <a href="https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1450124405592/1529106060525">Truth and Reconciliation of Canada Final Report </a>opened my eyes to past and present impacts of residential schools. Reading books by Richard Wagamese has been helpful to increase my understanding. </p><p>Richard Wagamese was one of Canada's most famous indigenous authors. He wrote novels, memoirs and <a href="https://www.cbc.ca/books/embers-1.4017562"><i>Embers</i></a>, Objibwe meditations. He passed in 2017 at 61 years of age, a life ended way too soon.<br />
</p><p>Richard Wagamese's books have a Canadian focus, but forced assimilation for indigenous peoples happens in many countries. I highly recommend his works as a way to increase your understanding and get involved. -- Margy</p>Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com10Canada56.130366 -106.34677127.820132163821157 -141.503021 84.440599836178848 -71.190521tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-90035562824564958082021-11-26T18:16:00.001-08:002021-11-26T18:34:57.268-08:00Book Review: "Indian Horse" by Richard Wagamese<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMqaLOw3ZNpn0TfHcCWrgoczSsS7UuGE5wotHMNyRbZwGrvVqP2ZfrvM0kAEGHnRTRxtKXmEw-tct50XGpml6zknLahitfhimIJvDH4WiDj8gG8g2Dy_YpGZITJ9_3kLFM9yiq/s500/31641SPwavL.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="324" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMqaLOw3ZNpn0TfHcCWrgoczSsS7UuGE5wotHMNyRbZwGrvVqP2ZfrvM0kAEGHnRTRxtKXmEw-tct50XGpml6zknLahitfhimIJvDH4WiDj8gG8g2Dy_YpGZITJ9_3kLFM9yiq/s320/31641SPwavL.jpg" /></a></div>The last book I reviewed, <a href="http://margylutz.blogspot.com/2020/10/book-review-perfect-storm-by-mike-martin.html"><i>A Perfect Storm</i> by Mike Martin</a>, led me to this month's book. The main character in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheWalkerOnTheCapeReviewsAndMore">Sgt. Windflower Mystery series</a> is a Cree RCMP officer. He maintains traditional practices, and reads <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MF4JMYQ/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1"><i>Embers: One Ojibway's Meditations</i></a> by <a href="https://milkweed.org/author/richard-wagamese">Richard Wagamese</a> for solace and inspiration. After reviewing books by Wagamese, I selected <a href="https://www.indianhorse.ca/en/book"><i>Indian Horse</i></a> to be my first.<br />
<br /><i><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Indian-Horse-Novel-Richard-Wagamese-ebook/dp/B07C3XLBHG/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=">Indian Horse</a></i> is a novel about Saul Indian Horse, an Ojibway from Northern Ontario. He was raised by his grandmother in traditional ways, but at age eight he was forced to live at an <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canadian_Indian_residential_school_system">Indian residential school</a>.<p>Residential schools were funded by the Department of Indian Affairs and administered by churches. Their purpose was to expunge Indigenous ways and inculcate Canadian culture. Attendance for school age children was compulsory from 1894 until an unconscionable 1996 when the last closed. </p><p></p><p>Not only were Indigenous children ripped from their families during formative years, they were subjected to physical, emotional and sexual abuses, and too many died from harsh conditions and torture. The result is generations of First Nation peoples alienated from their culture and language, lacking education, and experiencing post-traumatic syndrome and racism.</p><p><i>Indian Horse</i> takes us through this dark period through the eyes of Saul. The book opens with him telling the reader that he has been told he needs to tell the stories to understand where he is from and where he is going. As his story unfolds, we can feel his joy and sadness, his success and failure, his anguish and emergence from a blocked out horrific experience. </p><p>Canadians are going through a <a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/british-columbians-our-governments/indigenous-people/aboriginal-peoples-documents/calls_to_action_english2.pdf">reconciliation process</a> to "redress the legacy of residential schools." In 2008, then Prime Minister Harper issued an <a href="https://www.facinghistory.org/stolen-lives-indigenous-peoples-canada-and-indian-residential-schools/historical-background/prime-minister-harpers-apology">apology</a> on behalf of the Canadian government. That same year the <a href="https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1450124405592/1529106060525#chp1">Truth and Reconciliation Commission</a> was established to hear testimony. Their "<a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/british-columbians-our-governments/indigenous-people/aboriginal-peoples-documents/calls_to_action_english2.pdf">Call to Action</a>" was finally released in 2015.</p>
<p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtlMPCoRB8yYd7LBE6s06naySZgPXMCT0vBvUqeVl4y1J_8LBcD23eGtggDnlpSGgOazvZmHRuhURf7Wj96eyXWbwCJEkiEbw9p69f6IhNm3e9aBawq3tsDZYrXZzJH9H-YPf6/s2048/IMG_2205.jpg" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtlMPCoRB8yYd7LBE6s06naySZgPXMCT0vBvUqeVl4y1J_8LBcD23eGtggDnlpSGgOazvZmHRuhURf7Wj96eyXWbwCJEkiEbw9p69f6IhNm3e9aBawq3tsDZYrXZzJH9H-YPf6/w400-h300/IMG_2205.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A community traditional canoe carving reconciliation project.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Towns like Powell River across Canada brought <a href="https://www.ubcpress.ca/asset/9215/1/9780774817776.pdf">Settlers (non-Indigenous Canadians)</a> and First Nation members together to have hard conversations and to develop a better understanding of the ramifications of racial prejudice and subjugation. As a Settler in my native U.S.A. and my Canadian home I personally have a lot of work to do to reconcile my life of white privilege with systemic racism.</p><p><a href="https://douglas-mcintyre.com/products/9781553654025"><i>Indian Horse</i></a> was the "People's Choice" Award of Canada Reads and First Nations Community Reads winner in 2012. It's not an easy read, but the message is important especially now. I highly recommend <i>Indian Horse</i> and am looking forward to my next Richard Wagamese book. <br /><br />
</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAraWufxt1bQSZ1x44HEbCI6uCpFbdxynlon0O5sPr7e9W-bKKqbgXsyxX0ReXleI_uw9bUohc9mS_6UonddU_VuKCJBzGiO9_RCcNj-xodpV7zBMeXcVh8euVBbzzyyy3hJIl/s499/510ixyVWgpL._SX331_BO1%252C204%252C203%252C200_.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="499" data-original-width="333" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAraWufxt1bQSZ1x44HEbCI6uCpFbdxynlon0O5sPr7e9W-bKKqbgXsyxX0ReXleI_uw9bUohc9mS_6UonddU_VuKCJBzGiO9_RCcNj-xodpV7zBMeXcVh8euVBbzzyyy3hJIl/w134-h200/510ixyVWgpL._SX331_BO1%252C204%252C203%252C200_.jpg" width="134" /></a></div><p>Here's another book related to truth and reconciliation. Powell River is located on traditional land of the <a href="https://www.tlaaminnation.com/">Tla'amin First Nation</a>, a Coast Salish tribe. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Written-Remember-Teachings-Sliammon-Indigenous/dp/0774827114"><i>Written As I Remember It</i></a> by elder Elsie Paul tells about this same period of time from a local perspective. </p><p>Raised by her grandparents and hidden from authorities during fall sweeps, she was forced to attend the <a href="https://collections.irshdc.ubc.ca/index.php/Detail/entities/55">Sechelt Residential School</a> at age ten. He memoir includes Tla'amin Nation history from oral traditions to the present as her people move away from Indian Act control to a self-governing nation. </p><p> Both books are available online including Amazon. -- Margy</p><p></p><p></p>Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com10Canada56.130366 -106.34677127.820132163821157 -141.503021 84.440599836178848 -71.190521tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-60779713360642174432021-11-01T21:07:00.006-07:002022-06-08T00:04:21.826-07:00"Buried Secrets" by Mike Martin<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQOJ-9YkDRsSRFR9JNvZ-zsnTr1e84zmBqdnKbo8E4gs3yepl6NEOWTnbwHraGPODJpmkebnd7jtlw5zq41lILO8cuIF3rTeuVRlBRjZksolxfw_X3Rbma_I3jIFCofIFlZB2FyQ/s500/41iDwThwWuL.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="313" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQOJ-9YkDRsSRFR9JNvZ-zsnTr1e84zmBqdnKbo8E4gs3yepl6NEOWTnbwHraGPODJpmkebnd7jtlw5zq41lILO8cuIF3rTeuVRlBRjZksolxfw_X3Rbma_I3jIFCofIFlZB2FyQ/s320/41iDwThwWuL.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>This month's review is about Mike Martin's eleventh book in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheWalkerOnTheCapeReviewsAndMore">Sgt. Windflower mystery series</a>. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Buried-Secrets-Sgt-Windflower-Mystery/dp/1988437784/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1635818191&sr=8-17"><i>Buried Secrets</i></a> continues the story of Newfoundland RCMP Sgt. Winston Windflower.<p></p><p>Mike's mystery books are different from most police-based novels. The reader gets to know the officer as a family man in addition to his official duties. And the rural Grand Bank, Newfoundland, setting gives an additional hometown feel.<br /></p><p>While each of <a href="https://www.independentauthornetwork.com/mike-martin.html">Mike Martin</a><a href="https://www.independentauthornetwork.com/mike-martin.html">'s books</a> can be read as a stand-alone, it's helpful to read the series in order. References to previous cases and family activities have more depth if you do.</p><p>In this book, Sgt. Windflower is investigating the death of a retired minister. The case draws Windflower back to Grand Bank from a special duty assignment (Book 10) in St. John's, the capitol. Covid also plays a minor role in the story. As Winston delves into the buried secrets surrounding the minister's demise, he encounters several societal issues including drug abuse, human trafficking, embezzlement, vehicle-moose accidents, and sexual harassment within the ranks of the RCMP.</p><p>On the family side of the story, we follow along as Winston and his wife Sheila raise their two young daughters. Each night they read the girls bedtime stories. One was <a href="https://us.macmillan.com/books/9780805002010"><i>Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?</i></a> by Bill Martin, Jr. When I taught kindergarten, it was a favourite with my students for it's repetition and colourful pictures.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM4okgyzcQrlsWWsJEJ5j7UB5i3QgdNVm4F3fPM-7Iq1DrEFfy5P_tEiLSkdUcLAbSWANSYe7BIde-EAfmBPNsXKEGfjj0TjYUZtOIUxJaKcOVBGRHCd6QMshmKSuBMfQxdqNcUw/s2048/fullsizeoutput_3073.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1619" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM4okgyzcQrlsWWsJEJ5j7UB5i3QgdNVm4F3fPM-7Iq1DrEFfy5P_tEiLSkdUcLAbSWANSYe7BIde-EAfmBPNsXKEGfjj0TjYUZtOIUxJaKcOVBGRHCd6QMshmKSuBMfQxdqNcUw/w158-h200/fullsizeoutput_3073.jpeg" width="158" /></a></div>You can find <i>Buried Secrets</i> in print and Kindle e-book formats at <a href="http://Amazon.com">Amazon.com</a>, <a href="http://Amazon.ca">Amazon.ca</a>, <a href="https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/buried-secrets/9781988437774-item.html?ikwid=buried+secrets%2c+mike+martin&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=0#algoliaQueryId=b870cb33425d51c4dc5961b33c2a35bf">!ndigo</a> and <a href="https://www.ottawapressandpublishing.com/products/buried-secrets-by-mike-martin">Ottawa Press</a>. If you are a Kindle Unlimited reader, it's available there as well. Speaking of Kindles, Wayne and I just received our new <a href="https://www.amazon.com/b/?node=6669702011&tag=googhydr-20&hvadid=453973924240&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4804407237094536700&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=b&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9033356&hvtargid=kwd-298390860901&ref=pd_sl_5jd98hljst_e">Paperwhites</a>. Our old 2010 Kindles that have served us so well are losing their cellular download capability. I'm proud to stay that <i>Buried Secrets</i> is the first book to be read on my new device.<p></p><p>One last bit of news. Mike just released a post on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mike54martin">his Facebook page</a> about his Reading Equity Program. <a href="https://sgtwindflowermysteries.com/2021/10/28/why-im-giving-books-away-the-sgt-windflower-reading-equality-program-4/?fbclid=IwAR14LAJ3cOIFG7GmWQxHMwCoSAHH-Fa7s9H5_vv8BVvOIi1Mw1OwAPs9_rk">You can read more about it here</a>. I applaud Mike for giving away twenty-five free books to individuals who cannot afford to purchase one of their own. As the Children's Literacy motto goes, "Reading is Fundamental." Good for you Mike. -- Margy<br /></p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJO0lvJlz77LNcYFe4d9VuQa_G9HvZi0kY7aqxLG1G-chhSuf-vxOWQAGklrCLIntT8NPGHuPWcg-pw8t9z6nThN8uUlmHRbpT-X1uovmgPWMi6NAC5JCAhxicoUezmQzXs2ez-g/s1600/BookReviewClub-Button.gif" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-right: 1em;"></a>Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com13Grand Bank, NL, Canada47.1002403 -55.752490718.790006463821157 -90.90874070000001 75.410474136178848 -20.596240700000003tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-77976930481109130762021-10-06T09:30:00.002-07:002021-10-31T13:00:14.903-07:00Composting in a Plastic Barrel Step by Step<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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Three years ago I lost the location for my <a href="http://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2007/05/build-simple-compost-pile.html">simple wire compost bin</a>. I'd used it for years to compost my garden and kitchen scraps at our float cabin home. I had to find an alternative that could be handled on the cabin deck or in my floating garden. One method I learned about is called <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2018/12/composting-in-plant-container.html">chop and drop.</a><br />
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Chop and drop works well for garden waste. As plants are trimmed or removed, the residue is chopped into small portions and <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2009/05/why-mulch.html">used as mulch</a> in garden beds and plant containers. The majority of my composting needs are taken care of in this manner.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cutting a plastic 55-gallon barrel in half.</td></tr>
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It doesn't work as well for kitchen scraps because the smell can attract critters. I decided to compost kitchen waste in a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Gallon-Plastic-Drums-Reconditioned-Drink/dp/B07B67PPZ4/ref=sr_1_7?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI69npgeml4wIVAr3sCh0MTwEIEAAYBCAAEgI5-fD_BwE&hvadid=241888772616&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9033357&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t4&hvqmt=e&hvrand=735436845744467789&hvtargid=kwd-3246007221&hydadcr=24630_10399595&keywords=55+gallon+plastic+barrel&qid=1562606107&s=gateway&sr=8-7">55-gallon plastic barrel</a> cut in half. Barrels in my town cost about $40. Check nursery, building and farm stores, or use a large plastic bucket or trash can that isn't too deep.<br />
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Now that last year's batch of soil is ready to use, I'm starting over.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A kitchen compost container.</td></tr>
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Cut the barrel in half. Drill drain holes in the bottom. Make two composters or use the <a href="https://margylutz.blogspot.com/2016/10/something-from-nothing-inexpensive.html">other half as a planter</a>.<br />
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Place four inches of soil in the bottom to start. <br />
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Use a kitchen compost container for fruit and vegetable trimmings chopped into pieces. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Layering chopped plant matter, Rot-It and soil.</td></tr>
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When the container is full, spread the contents over the layer of soil. <br />
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Add garden trimmings if you have them. <br />
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Sprinkle with compost accelerator. I use <a href="http://oldgardener.wix.com/rot-it-2#!">Rot-It</a>.<br />
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Moisten with water. <br />
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Add 1" of soil over fresh items.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A cover cut to fit and a plastic mesh cage.</td></tr>
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Cover with a porous material and surround with a cage to keep small critters out. If you live in bear country, enclose your composter.<br />
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When it's time to add a new layer, stir the ones below first. <br />
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Continue layering waste and soil until the barrel is full.<br />
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Let your composter rest with it's porous cover on for several months while the organic matter decomposes. Periodically moisten and mix to encourage the composting process.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Compost turned into rich soil in 8 months.</td></tr>
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Your rewards will be less kitchen and garden waste going into the garbage stream, and free rich soil coming into your garden.<br />
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Do you do compost? What process do you use? Do you have any tips to add to my post? -- Margy<br />
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<br /></div>Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com24Powell Lake, British Columbia, Canada50.08147 -124.486951227.351830682098168 -159.6432012 72.811109317901838 -89.3307012tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-36475009322068205622021-09-28T09:25:00.002-07:002022-06-08T00:05:06.217-07:00Summer 2021 Cruising Season<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdwyf2IYGPtNekUnaogKMkxstAADMTxdnqbbXHGQBUTezJ2xPQwrNGeSRwRWoAhy533hn75VOenYOd4JafRAV4VqpFlenll0acW_ctjSqj8og_HJNGZxQjjYicGd-n7UphQzun1g/s2048/rZf5khNdQ%252BW51DRN9nhWHA.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdwyf2IYGPtNekUnaogKMkxstAADMTxdnqbbXHGQBUTezJ2xPQwrNGeSRwRWoAhy533hn75VOenYOd4JafRAV4VqpFlenll0acW_ctjSqj8og_HJNGZxQjjYicGd-n7UphQzun1g/s320/rZf5khNdQ%252BW51DRN9nhWHA.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jeff from Valley Marine launches us.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Summer 2021 was similar to the <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2020/09/september-cruisin.html" target="_blank">2020 cruising season</a>. After our extended stay in the States, we arrived in Powell River in mid-July. </p><p>Border crossing rules shortened isolation requirements, so we got our Bayliner 2452 into Powell River's North Harbour earlier for a longer cruising season.</p><br />
<div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilZYMLI1GLrPl4OoS_xangnNqOxUhJoAMCcjzJiy9n4Z3Dt-B1MG5WjvUIxeK09A-yIiIf2NbRO9ps81IgEFmfq82t8yPp-p0A8HFHH74RMUQuw2FD2IBx_hAPlNu4AD-AEhgixA/s2048/fullsizeoutput_42c.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilZYMLI1GLrPl4OoS_xangnNqOxUhJoAMCcjzJiy9n4Z3Dt-B1MG5WjvUIxeK09A-yIiIf2NbRO9ps81IgEFmfq82t8yPp-p0A8HFHH74RMUQuw2FD2IBx_hAPlNu4AD-AEhgixA/s320/fullsizeoutput_42c.jpeg" width="240" /></a>The last 2020 trip ended in a damaged <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2020/10/do-you-have-kicker.html" target="_blank">damaged sterndrive</a> so Halcyon Days was raring to go with a new leg and propeller.<p></p><p>We did a sea trial then went salmon fishing. Didn't catch anything, but enjoyed our Sunday on the chuck (salt water).</p><p>For our first and last cruises we went to Campbell River on Vancouver Island. It's a favourite destination for us. We stay at the <a href="https://www.discoveryharbourmarina.com/">Discovery Harbour Marina</a> next to a large shopping centre. Rather than cook onboard we eat at restaurants like <a href="https://moxies.com/restaurant-locations/bc/campbell-river-island-highway">Moxie's</a>, the <a href="https://www.riptidemarinepub.ca/">Riptide Pub</a> and A&W for breakfast. When salmon are running, it's fun to watch the action at the dock's fish cleaning stations.<br /></p><p></p>
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This was the summer for favourite destinations. Our compressed season and more windy storms than usual kept us close to Powell River. We're so lucky to live next to the <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/search/label/Strait%20of%20Georgia">Strait of Georgia</a> and its world class boating.<p></p>
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<div style="text-align: left;">Our second cruise started with a stop at the <a href="https://heriotbayinn.com/">Heriot Bay Inn and Marina</a>. It's an older resort on the west side of <a href="http://www.quadraisland.ca/">Quadra Island</a>. Usually the docks are full in summer and the restaurant packed. There were only a few boats and the restaurant was closed. It looked like the RV park and pub were keeping them alive. It would be sad to lose them. </div><p></p>
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Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-59503351476637767512021-09-25T22:10:00.004-07:002022-06-08T00:05:47.844-07:00To bed, to bed -- garden style.<p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2KUKvdUBzuEofet0UTWsmT53AHyLRH35G99QCmiwMZUPrQyIilFkl8jXqX8ZL3v8sKBrdN_v5HVXLECPyswSK9pnLwMSuVW2UlF2xD60mGzsb2rP3e9EgZdYyVTDsBq9l5aOYMQ/s749/fullsizeoutput_3050.jpeg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="749" data-original-width="749" height="175" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2KUKvdUBzuEofet0UTWsmT53AHyLRH35G99QCmiwMZUPrQyIilFkl8jXqX8ZL3v8sKBrdN_v5HVXLECPyswSK9pnLwMSuVW2UlF2xD60mGzsb2rP3e9EgZdYyVTDsBq9l5aOYMQ/w200-h200/fullsizeoutput_3050.jpeg" width="175" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Eating snow with Daddy while hiking.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Daddy would say this bedtime rhyme <br />to me as a little girl.<p></p>"To bed, to bed," said Sleepy Head.<br />"Tarry a while," said Slow.<br />"Put on the pot," said Greedy Gut,<br />"We'll sup before we go."<p></p>
<p></p><p>The last two summers have been garden disasters. </p><p>We left our cabin in January 2020 expecting to return in March after an Arizona Snowbird RV trip. Our float cabin is in Canada. COVID turned pandemic and border crossings became difficult.</p><p>
</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH0VbbqD3ermEJtXeqJJ0tSwdDGDvggjzYNcNMS9Kk8bvD9lsj2cSswyXutnQJD9h9NrWqs43Svd6Ijhx7xlPKrpBbX_yRzxY65jtdRVtGzknNiae1OHfKCKbiSqxNoCbhbXtizQ/s1080/Weedy+Garden.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH0VbbqD3ermEJtXeqJJ0tSwdDGDvggjzYNcNMS9Kk8bvD9lsj2cSswyXutnQJD9h9NrWqs43Svd6Ijhx7xlPKrpBbX_yRzxY65jtdRVtGzknNiae1OHfKCKbiSqxNoCbhbXtizQ/w400-h400/Weedy+Garden.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Summer 2020 weedy float garden.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>
When returned in July, my float garden was overgrown with weeds. It took days to ready my beds for the next growing season. Things had to be better by then. </p><p>After what we thought would be another short RV Snowbird Trip in 2021, we were detained once more south of the border. Eased rules for fully vaccinated Canadians let us head home in July. I bet you can guess what I found, a float garden
gone wild - AGAIN! <br /></p><p>
</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTBmDyVz5xAGCQklW_6IIrM3hPTgwg26MftGagc-6Xp9QE0TCBeoKrFL9vChinX2fD4Zg8xD6JRMz8nJOIISEJaaXbNu1K0G5SCefyk8a6LMExX40tpKPVTevm9H8sHOXBETU6dg/s2048/2021+Float+Garden.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTBmDyVz5xAGCQklW_6IIrM3hPTgwg26MftGagc-6Xp9QE0TCBeoKrFL9vChinX2fD4Zg8xD6JRMz8nJOIISEJaaXbNu1K0G5SCefyk8a6LMExX40tpKPVTevm9H8sHOXBETU6dg/w400-h400/2021+Float+Garden.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Weeding the 2021 float garden.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br />
<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIhd81imBRS-uDQiw7EybftpeqG4TehJDf7tAZAU-kQyfYOqSrI_FE6WyA_icFhmF9Mp_Jm8-VRGQjxWeIUhXYvUxNL2Vx240lc9HxZ19o_Zi_v4C-KpQv6Bpcf98EUGIyiosGCQ/s2048/fullsizeoutput_3049.jpeg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIhd81imBRS-uDQiw7EybftpeqG4TehJDf7tAZAU-kQyfYOqSrI_FE6WyA_icFhmF9Mp_Jm8-VRGQjxWeIUhXYvUxNL2Vx240lc9HxZ19o_Zi_v4C-KpQv6Bpcf98EUGIyiosGCQ/s320/fullsizeoutput_3049.jpeg" width="180" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Weighted soil cover.</td></tr></tbody></table>Fool me once, shame on <strike>you</strike> me, fool me twice, shame on ME! It took days to clear the weeds, and more to eradicate new seedlings.<p>The writing was on the wall, or should I say in the soil. </p><p></p><p>It's time to put my float garden to bed. This year I covered the cleared beds with black yard waste bags. </p><p>The only soil that remains clear is where spring bulbs and garlic need to grow in our absence.</p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvoHNYdfFmVQrSEVqF1-wPxz5czJLbuSa8zK5CR8aszCeRZb2Zd9Je_5c92lvQmexC88g6MwBLXlxYCWx8sl_4B6JeZ4CnLSqx02canJlWNdK79978p7uL3UfQY9TEIVhLwwhcaA/s2048/fullsizeoutput_304c.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvoHNYdfFmVQrSEVqF1-wPxz5czJLbuSa8zK5CR8aszCeRZb2Zd9Je_5c92lvQmexC88g6MwBLXlxYCWx8sl_4B6JeZ4CnLSqx02canJlWNdK79978p7uL3UfQY9TEIVhLwwhcaA/w400-h300/fullsizeoutput_304c.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The float garden put to bed with winter bulbs planted.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>We are going on an Arizona Snowbird RV trip again this winter. We hope to return in March to prepare our beds for spring bulbs and seeds. Hopefully, we won't find weeds gone wild. </p><p>Do you cover beds to discourage winter and spring weed growth? If not, what do you do to keep your garden ready for spring planting? -- Margy</p><p></p>Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com25Powell Lake, British Columbia, Canada50.08147 -124.486951221.771236163821158 -159.6432012 78.391703836178849 -89.3307012tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-40625771770789271042021-09-15T19:26:00.002-07:002022-06-08T00:06:18.120-07:00Rock Painting for Cabin Decorations<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqxNNZSoZdZ9_41ML3FfFxFQTR5Lq-98YaC-UlfAb7DRAi7AojqN6yJVc1G3BEHVkU_MnxPVlsU21B5Vt4JU_WZiJ30-PXImj3tuWFD1UJJKTt-LMGOEZjGW1VXnW2TUArxQwr2g/s2048/fullsizeoutput_3007.jpeg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqxNNZSoZdZ9_41ML3FfFxFQTR5Lq-98YaC-UlfAb7DRAi7AojqN6yJVc1G3BEHVkU_MnxPVlsU21B5Vt4JU_WZiJ30-PXImj3tuWFD1UJJKTt-LMGOEZjGW1VXnW2TUArxQwr2g/s320/fullsizeoutput_3007.jpeg" width="275" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kobe in 2021.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p>Over the years I've painted several large rocks. When fall arrives and flowers depart, they brighten our lower deck.<p></p><p>
Sometimes a rock tells me what it wants to become. The first one told me it wanted to be a turtle. Rocks sometimes tell different people different stories. Wayne saw Kobe Bryant's basketball shoe so I named it <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2012/08/release-your-inner-turtle.html">Kobe</a> after the Los Angeles Lakers star. Kobe needed <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2016/04/painted-rock-turtle.html">a repaint in 2016</a> and again this year.</p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtpi_SgZU4Q_gS9_DjoJalJ-rK9g7emGK-21WNR-SFRxp2aQkAtCODrdrVpbVCmNptPCiqCc1DQ5BPhLJUafMQ0gaZT794hkYavv48dKyUolp2o7eiMpRuDKKK49AvLSQpagkjZw/s2048/Original+Kobe.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtpi_SgZU4Q_gS9_DjoJalJ-rK9g7emGK-21WNR-SFRxp2aQkAtCODrdrVpbVCmNptPCiqCc1DQ5BPhLJUafMQ0gaZT794hkYavv48dKyUolp2o7eiMpRuDKKK49AvLSQpagkjZw/w400-h400/Original+Kobe.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The original rock that became Kobe the Turtle.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBKU9Ugwy2hVgDbQ6ftB_zOk5f6MiA2POd4z8NzN0WN1bXMEWlhxig_9kqTR9Rs4XqJcRaF2qRt7QZ0wjKgYZZHYZvDPconXBBaEp8vmwdUKjocLBVj3Vkus4fdC-e_jOiK9HJBQ/s2048/eMJsizCuScOQIYRGhJd4nA.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBKU9Ugwy2hVgDbQ6ftB_zOk5f6MiA2POd4z8NzN0WN1bXMEWlhxig_9kqTR9Rs4XqJcRaF2qRt7QZ0wjKgYZZHYZvDPconXBBaEp8vmwdUKjocLBVj3Vkus4fdC-e_jOiK9HJBQ/s320/eMJsizCuScOQIYRGhJd4nA.jpg" width="275" /></a></div>For my second project, I searched for a ladybug shaped rock. It was smoothed by Powell Lake's waves and easier to paint. It was so heavy I had a hard time carrying it from the Shinglemill beach to our boat. <br /><p>
This summer I painted a rock I call Frogger after an old-time computer game. I selected the rock on a <a href="https://powellriverbooks.blogspot.com/2017/07/goat-lake-barge-and-quad-ride.html">barge camping trip to Goat Lake</a>. It looked perfect, but after painting I don't think it was best shape.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7HfGnR1l8_MY5qn_ctDsTMa7BU1-JZ73cQpb35Y81eA2o6bRcteHy-eU12I0yOI6dlNaLhriYbJnUhFaIc__y2GkWKwQzePUqEaRrsNVuIh2Y50eZwm7zMioYT6EgRfKLIqhYHQ/s2048/Frogger.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7HfGnR1l8_MY5qn_ctDsTMa7BU1-JZ73cQpb35Y81eA2o6bRcteHy-eU12I0yOI6dlNaLhriYbJnUhFaIc__y2GkWKwQzePUqEaRrsNVuIh2Y50eZwm7zMioYT6EgRfKLIqhYHQ/w400-h400/Frogger.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Frogger on the corner of the front deck.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPBX1GlkmbwBiHDenOZ8013KBRF9pAqFJG5GzHr1qj4d3YvGVgsGztCIsOt9PlEoiSzPuAiylfEqU1MhMQdCPLWEDs5jJV0YNJsafaCIfzT4BUUaJ8fBbT1z8lW8YfnW8tMGJGLw/s2048/IMG_8667.JPG" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1539" data-original-width="2048" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPBX1GlkmbwBiHDenOZ8013KBRF9pAqFJG5GzHr1qj4d3YvGVgsGztCIsOt9PlEoiSzPuAiylfEqU1MhMQdCPLWEDs5jJV0YNJsafaCIfzT4BUUaJ8fBbT1z8lW8YfnW8tMGJGLw/s320/IMG_8667.JPG" width="275" /></a></div>Frogger has taken up residence on the other side of our front deck. Her weight will help hold the corner down when wind and boat waves wash through our front "yard."<p></p><p>I had lots of fun painting this summer. Do you paint rocks? Are they large or small? Tell us your stories. -- Margy<br /></p>Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com33Powell Lake, British Columbia, Canada50.08147 -124.486951222.623215555826363 -159.6432012 77.539724444173643 -89.3307012tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-35568281542911504642021-09-11T19:27:00.001-07:002021-09-18T16:43:49.201-07:00Returning to a New Normal<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5o1dSuPqpry9fo5zztyuNkcw5Q4JH9MSp6lfJd4YbMu-K-ceYiTk3vAuFXz3tq34dxF7MCMRX-c-54lNeUHeLTX77qSoS8vdBzewzez0LIOup4DSMM1adxOppwIq4Y_KTtZHuBA/s2048/fullsizeoutput_2f9b.jpeg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5o1dSuPqpry9fo5zztyuNkcw5Q4JH9MSp6lfJd4YbMu-K-ceYiTk3vAuFXz3tq34dxF7MCMRX-c-54lNeUHeLTX77qSoS8vdBzewzez0LIOup4DSMM1adxOppwIq4Y_KTtZHuBA/s320/fullsizeoutput_2f9b.jpeg" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">First time heading up Powell Lake in July.</td></tr></tbody></table>Like for many of you, the last year and a half has not been normal. In the beginning, I tried to blog about throwback topics. But without the ability to get home to our float cabin on Powell Lake, the joy of blogging was lost. <p>I even lost interest in reading blogs and making comments. You would think with time on my hands, blogging would be a welcome diversion, but that didn't turn out to be the case.</p>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgag5zxWK-CGddu-E3ByQWnZCCtzeB8OYPyRRylaX2FRdpNf53TUI0YccWsA5fTnrVAq32Vi3m7zk9Eod3gGkDPkflDvz_KZ-mexnfLTM7QaI57G68Saugn_fLAXTXauyL35ZO0Gw/s2048/fullsizeoutput_2f9c.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgag5zxWK-CGddu-E3ByQWnZCCtzeB8OYPyRRylaX2FRdpNf53TUI0YccWsA5fTnrVAq32Vi3m7zk9Eod3gGkDPkflDvz_KZ-mexnfLTM7QaI57G68Saugn_fLAXTXauyL35ZO0Gw/w400-h300/fullsizeoutput_2f9c.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Our float cabin finally comes into view, homecoming is sweet.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>
I hope this interim period of a new normal finds you with good health and more joy in life. For Wayne and I, we are settling into a safe, vaccinated, masked and distanced existence. </p><p></p><p>On July 5, Canada lifted its mandatory 14-day quarantine for returning fully vaccinated citizens using land borders. We waited until July 12 to let agents get used to the new procedures. On September 7 <a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/operational-bulletins-manuals/service-delivery/coronavirus/travel-restrictions.html">restrictions were relaxed for fully vaccinated foreign nationals</a> as well. These are huge steps towards a new normal for individuals and businesses. <br /></p><p>
</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy8HxImDnc9COxCsqYgpzZRgRroxkbkM72_CWD6NSeP7XvgIu84VABmIhEGRGhtVIaX2sKwvL4-p_vZaqzOEGTKUMFZEBZuopYg8TC-W081IUWxKh5sga9anHdyJvViPPfEFGaiA/s2048/fullsizeoutput_3013.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy8HxImDnc9COxCsqYgpzZRgRroxkbkM72_CWD6NSeP7XvgIu84VABmIhEGRGhtVIaX2sKwvL4-p_vZaqzOEGTKUMFZEBZuopYg8TC-W081IUWxKh5sga9anHdyJvViPPfEFGaiA/w400-h300/fullsizeoutput_3013.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A new coat of yellow paint and green trim makes a our home look new.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>
After an absence of eight months, getting back up the lake was a relief. We worried about what might have happened in our absence, but our good friend John kept an eye on things. By and large, everything was just as we had left it, except for a beautiful new exterior paint job. John and his brother Rick made our 23 year old cabin look brand new. </p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie6ok0Peyqbp5AJaz6OlGi6ertoU4qcRJWN3kA0pyuMjFA16r7tMnNPBGViC2TsqwHmr8MJrDYtk8ygEQaErswryWhnpo1QQ4l-x-xnLtu6oa6Vr9LK-2tafadjVSHwuREUkKZJQ/s2048/fullsizeoutput_2fa0.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie6ok0Peyqbp5AJaz6OlGi6ertoU4qcRJWN3kA0pyuMjFA16r7tMnNPBGViC2TsqwHmr8MJrDYtk8ygEQaErswryWhnpo1QQ4l-x-xnLtu6oa6Vr9LK-2tafadjVSHwuREUkKZJQ/w400-h300/fullsizeoutput_2fa0.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Uh, oh. My float garden went wild with weeds.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br />
<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdwWmcSMhegYV6zPiAcPyLs66Tg75IZ7P6cOxndIRSIO99NLObNDurKOSPHKap_YLNQlGukbOcl22TVDO9qU5J1SCCmKeJHvNkjeDYg-LUTTRTrhFCyYfsYbwtrj9QnH2_gqOKbg/s2048/fullsizeoutput_2fa8.jpeg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdwWmcSMhegYV6zPiAcPyLs66Tg75IZ7P6cOxndIRSIO99NLObNDurKOSPHKap_YLNQlGukbOcl22TVDO9qU5J1SCCmKeJHvNkjeDYg-LUTTRTrhFCyYfsYbwtrj9QnH2_gqOKbg/s320/fullsizeoutput_2fa8.jpeg" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jeff from Valley Marine launches our boat.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Over that last month and a half Wayne and I have focused on cabin chores, boating and relaxing. There's no safer place than home, but at this home we can get outdoors whenever we want. I think that's what I missed the most, the ability to get outdoors and enjoy nature.<br /><p>How about you? How are you adjusting to a new normal? -- Margy</p><p></p><p></p>Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com20Powell Lake, British Columbia, Canada50.08147 -124.486951210.47558846293721 165.2005488 89.6873515370628 -54.174451199999993tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35356005.post-43837461458289816102021-09-06T07:52:00.002-07:002021-09-18T16:45:23.678-07:00"River for My Sidewalk" by Gilean Douglas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRHb6wXesJD7Tsy1XX68l9Eh6OgMMfDmtVRjvorZI4dESeA5QgWuSFGzuXgjmtFrh7eW1W5LielUQprpMwHzB25pN4xOamr8yd8J3nFqBuy2rlx0p2wPZ31zLPUKkLvBeKI5q32w/s2048/fullsizeoutput_301d.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRHb6wXesJD7Tsy1XX68l9Eh6OgMMfDmtVRjvorZI4dESeA5QgWuSFGzuXgjmtFrh7eW1W5LielUQprpMwHzB25pN4xOamr8yd8J3nFqBuy2rlx0p2wPZ31zLPUKkLvBeKI5q32w/w150-h200/fullsizeoutput_301d.jpeg" width="175" /></a></div><p>Between our float cabin and the granite wall there's a protected pool. In summer, the water is warmed by the reflect sun, making a natural heated swimming pool. </p><p>The water can reach 24ºC (76ºF). It's a perfect spot to sit in a floating chair to read. I usually read on my Kindle, but in this watery environment I choose print backs. I find a good selection of at our local used bookstores, thrift shops and the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Kiwanis-Club-of-Powell-River-344393752255923/" target="_blank">Powell River Kiwanis Club</a> book sales.</p><p></p><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdDyG-q1bD6Mox1AJFSGg_8_6KJZAsd0x1sH1k4IkavwAppDOOUYBK6aEyoUsgsDzgmzGWz8YwPCShXICnXQjkpjuCfsHVWQqyCmGW6QR30-vUxFJh-WEROWTp72BE8b9LcUxK0A/s2048/fullsizeoutput_301e.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1402" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdDyG-q1bD6Mox1AJFSGg_8_6KJZAsd0x1sH1k4IkavwAppDOOUYBK6aEyoUsgsDzgmzGWz8YwPCShXICnXQjkpjuCfsHVWQqyCmGW6QR30-vUxFJh-WEROWTp72BE8b9LcUxK0A/s320/fullsizeoutput_301e.jpeg" width="219" /></a></div>A memorable read from this summer was <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/River-my-sidewalk-Gilean-Douglas/dp/0919203418"><i>River for My Sidewalk</i></a> (Sono Nis Press, 1984) a memoir by <a href="https://abcbookworld.com/writer/douglas-gilean/" target="_blank">Gilean Douglas</a>. It was first printed by J.M. Dent and Sons in 1953 under the male pseudonym Grant Madison. They thought customers wouldn't believe a woman could live alone in the wilderness and wouldn't buy the book. Gilean continued as Grant Madison until 1983, with the majority of her works first printed under that pseudonym.<p><a href="http://www.douglashistory.co.uk/history/gileandouglas.htm" target="_blank">Gilean</a> was born in 1990 in Toronto into a privileged life. That changed dramatically when she was orphaned at sixteen. She married several times, traveled extensively and worked as a photo-journalist. In 1939 she moved to British Columbia and began living off-the-grid in remote cabins. There she continued working as a journalist, author and poet.</p><p><i></i></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0WH6tvuv_Isk3QoYVjVj1_u31n-TUD6q_L2uPMrFMrR6jT_Psa3SUtFwlCnCWmcsNNQwasoQ6_D_00hh5qTR2DeQxCtIDoifwq5a92YIQE_5DzXLjTaHsDdlMvlhDAISJApdExw/s2048/fullsizeoutput_3021.jpeg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0WH6tvuv_Isk3QoYVjVj1_u31n-TUD6q_L2uPMrFMrR6jT_Psa3SUtFwlCnCWmcsNNQwasoQ6_D_00hh5qTR2DeQxCtIDoifwq5a92YIQE_5DzXLjTaHsDdlMvlhDAISJApdExw/w150-h200/fullsizeoutput_3021.jpeg" width="150" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I got a signed book.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><i>River for My Sidewalk</i> is about her years living in an old miner's cabin on the Teal River near Duncan on Vancouver Island. She gardened, fished and gathered foods from the land. Few visitors were invited to stay, and her elevated hand pulley river crossing kept most fishermen and hunters away. She shared her land and life with animals including Grampa Cougar. <br /><p></p><p>Gilean was an adventurer willing to give up an easy life to experience the wonders of nature. The tales of her experiences cut across time. There are still places where you can live a simple life, if you are willing. </p><p>In 1947 her cabin burned. She married again and moved to Cortes Island,
up the coast from my Powell River home. After her marriage ended, she
remained on her 138 acre waterfront off-the-grid homestead and lived
there until her passing in 1993. <br /></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0gjwrnX5LE4OtSdAKZpRa5ZBOoY-DlmVEdNfM5KrYR299YqQ4pWTSgAM87wBzpftzXP9Lh4DvTMoS6d3D0NJRmiG99h1pU77G43ejWAh_tWRe50qxUianzjRn7KtwiJHIe4kBpw/s1917/fullsizeoutput_3022.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1277" data-original-width="1917" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0gjwrnX5LE4OtSdAKZpRa5ZBOoY-DlmVEdNfM5KrYR299YqQ4pWTSgAM87wBzpftzXP9Lh4DvTMoS6d3D0NJRmiG99h1pU77G43ejWAh_tWRe50qxUianzjRn7KtwiJHIe4kBpw/w400-h266/fullsizeoutput_3022.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Uganda Passage near the location of Gilean's Cortes homestead.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Do you like to look for old and unique books in used book and thrift stores? What are some of your best discoveries? -- Margy</p>Powell River Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.com5British Columbia, Canada53.7266683 -127.647620525.416434463821155 -162.80387050000002 82.036902136178838 -92.4913705