Putting Bromptons to the test
I was starting to think about a day off during the trip from Milton to Waterloo. I emailed the host (Tom) for the following night to see about his flexibility and he was good. Asked Beth over dinner that night Continue reading A break but not “my Waterloo”
What about family you ask? I’ve visited with Matt, Cornelia and Audrey; Mirela, Jason, Benny and Mila; and now with Beth, William and Isabella; they’re all so different and unique in their own way and I’ve enjoyed the visits with Continue reading Family
I’ve taken a few days off writing and admit there isn’t much energy left after a day on the road, a visit with family and a bite to eat. Or maybe not much exciting is happening☹️ Port hope The best Continue reading A day of backtracking
Bill wanted me to blog about packing my gear on my bike; I may do so but wanted to talk quickly about how I’m producing my own energy on this trip. First of all I have a very efficient generator Continue reading I have the power
The young couple running Ray’s Cottages were great. Had a great lakeside site and, wait for it, showers! They wished me well in the morning as I made my way bright and early. Was hoping to make it to Brighton Continue reading Am I too old for camping?
There’s some pleasure in cycling down a long road toward the ferry and passing by all the cars that have passed me in the last hour or so. The Glenora ferry is only running a single boat so I have Continue reading I didn’t pay the ferryman
Made great time starting out, taking a break at Rideau Provincial Park. Made friends with the Warden after putting a $20 in the pop machine and then reading the “exact change only” sign. I’ve discovered that writing after a long, Continue reading On the road again
I know there’s no magic formula for a fulfilling life or longevity—or both, but Warren seems to have found something close to it. Penny and I have spent more time with him this year already than many others. He’s changed Continue reading Warren
During our many years on Hedgehog Island we would learn so much about Warren and Jean, their family and the history of the two dwellings on this small island on Charleston Lake. That first year we’d tell them that Ricky Continue reading Our 16-year history
Over the thirty or so years that Penny and I have been traveling we have experienced the whole gamut of accommodation. What we love is the opportunity that the private B&B affords to really get to know the people and Continue reading Advantages of B&Bs