I first visited Victoria in the 1970's and wanted to live here then, but it wasn't until 1990 that I returned. Initially for a month's holiday to visit my family. I stayed seven years. After 15 years away, I'm back again. What is the pull? The trees, the air, the slow pace of life, the... Continue Reading →
The United States of America
I lived in the U.S. for 18 months in the 1990's. I was working as an artisan, making and selling hats in craft fairs. It was an adventure. While living there, I signed up for a free, weekly micro-enterprise class. It was paid for by the state, to encourage entrepreneurs and develop the local economy. ... Continue Reading →
Traverse City, Michigan and Bonner, the Cat
Traverse City is on the southern most tip of Grand Traverse Bay, on the southern shores of Lake Michigan. I moved there in the late 1990's. I was making and selling hats in Bastion Square, Victoria and sold the most expensive hat on my stand to a woman from Traverse City. She loved my hats... Continue Reading →