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About whoelmo

cartoonist, reviewer John McDonald- Founding member of the 'Snap Cap Boys', I am also an adventerous bicycle tourist, I visit and review "Bed and Breakfasts". Accompanied by my wife we have toured and visited many locale and enjoyed the pleasant surroundings and hospitality of various "Bed and Breakfast" establishments. The long hours and dusty trails of bicycle travel cultivated many philosophical thoughts and some of these I allow to materialize, which I express in graphic form as "The Blooms"(c). These missives surely add to the entertainment value along with the advice within the "B&B" review. It is my desired wish that you will gain value from this review for your "B&B" experience.

Jazz

Posted on September 25, 2022 by whoelmo

Summer time Music-Nanaimo What a pleasant way to spend an afternoon, evening or lunchtime. Listening to lively music performed so robustly and with such talent; it regenerates the soul. The Friday lunch hour concerts performed outdoors in the O C … Continue reading →

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Sidney Concert

Posted on September 11, 2022 by whoelmo

A weekend in North Saanich, with a side trip to Victoria The excitement of watching the Mill Bay ferry lazily drift into the dock and the struggle of cyclists attempting to crest the steep hill of the landing was the … Continue reading →

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Tonight…Piaf

Posted on April 13, 2022 by whoelmo

Prefaced by a respectful orchestral salute, in solidarity with the battered Ukranian people, we stood for the playing of their national anthem. Welcome back Spring. Welcome back culture, entertainment and society. Welcome to Jouelle Rabu s presentation of Tonight…Piaf, accompanied … Continue reading →

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The Christmas Spirit

Posted on December 27, 2021 by whoelmo

We all talk of getting into the “Christmas Spirit” and anguish about why we can’t. Well, let us put aside the commercial side of the Christmas season and all the planning and buying of gifts. Let us talk of the … Continue reading →

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O’ Christmas Tree

Posted on November 7, 2021 by whoelmo

The “Christmas” season, the happiest time of the year, is soon upon us. With simple efforts we go to great lengths to make everyone happy and comfortable. We can with an extended effort toward those who are not quite up … Continue reading →

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The show must go on.

Posted on October 28, 2021 by whoelmo

The idea of entertaining or being entertained is compulsive, we are social beings and need human contact in many shapes and forms. So in these days of a pandemic brought on by the Covid 19, with due caution and protection … Continue reading →

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Highlights of Spain

Posted on October 12, 2021 by whoelmo

“Go for it Ernest.” Continue reading →

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‘Smiles’, the waiter

Posted on August 2, 2021 by whoelmo

The recent relaxation of some of the restrictions brought on by the covid pandemic have allowed us to enjoy some very enjoyable social pleasures. The idea of dinning out, celebrating a special event with a catered meal was one of … Continue reading →

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The curbside pick up band

Posted on July 5, 2021 by whoelmo

Homer on jug, Percy on tub, Carey on scrub (board) Kat on the fiddle Rock on pail and base suitcase; Morning dove on squeak box.

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‘A walk in the park’

Posted on May 22, 2021 by whoelmo

Each and every path that I have walked through life has been beautiful. All have offered hope in the steps that I have taken to reach the end. The results of each journey have enhanced the human experience and carried … Continue reading →

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