Monthly Archives: January 2009

Comments on “The guts to go grey”

Posted on January 30, 2009 by Jane

The new Feb-Mar 2009 issue of More is on newsstands this week.  My article, “The guts to go grey” which was published in the Dec 08-Jan 09 issue struck a chord with some readers who responded with complimentary letters to … Continue reading →

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St. Moritz Momentum Dive Watch

Posted on January 28, 2009 by Jane

  I just got my Momentum M1 watch back from the fabulous service department at the St. Moritz Watch company in Vancouver. This dive watch is a dependable timepiece, part of my gear for any outdoor adventure. It has been … Continue reading →

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Freelance writing and lemonade

Posted on January 18, 2009 by Jane

What is a freelance writer supposed to do in a dismal economy? Magazines and newspapers are face continuing cutbacks due to declining ad revenue and readership/distribution erosion to the web. In this environment, it’s increasingly difficult to sell a piece … Continue reading →

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The best job in the world

Posted on January 14, 2009 by Jane

I seem to be on a “best of” stream of thinking lately…too bad I’m busy this July, it would be so great to get away from it all and blog on Hamilton Island about feeding the fish, cleaning the pool … Continue reading →

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Best signs of the road

Posted on January 11, 2009 by Jane

  One of the best signs of the road I have encountered is the billboard for Craigie’s Harbourview Restaurant in Tobermory. “Eye poppin, jaw droppin whitefish & fries” says it all. This little diner, practically in the parking lot and only … Continue reading →

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Best snow shoveling gear

Posted on January 7, 2009 by Jane

Tons of the white stuff is falling today, just like on this blog, so here are my secrets for easier shoveling. My driveway is quite long as the garage is in the backyard. This makes throwing the snow with a … Continue reading →

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