Author Archives: whoelmo

Wow what a party.  Actually a garden concert on Protection Island but it felt like I was at a great party.  All the neighbours and friends gathered round and clappin’ hands. I felt like it was a great session in … Continue reading →

Run, Run Sweat, Sweat. Swim, stroke, Stroke, Stroke more sweat. Peddle mile after mile more aching and sweat All of the trainees experienced this gruelling grind.  They all had agreed to enter an eighteen hour event that would tax their … Continue reading →

Every kid dreams of their own, ‘Lemonade Stand’, to make money.  A definite capitalist model, trying to prove that they can be independent and resourceful.  Usually borne from the idea that a frivolous purchase on their part would put a … Continue reading →

The umpire’s call; “Play Ball.” The Pitch The crack of the bat! The cry; Peanuts- Popcorn-Soda pop The game has begun The pitches will fly The bases will load The calls will come; Fair, Foul, Out and Safe The nines … Continue reading →

My bag dropped to my side, I almost dumped my clubs pitching head first into the ground.  My shoulders slouched agonizingly, I think my jaw dropped as well, it might have hit the toes of my shoes.  I was devastated. … Continue reading →

Balls swooshed through the air, across a net, most times, only to be returned at the same violent speed.  The thunk of the bat meant a delirious attempt to return the ball again and again.  At first the game seemed … Continue reading →

  Redemption thru failure The local paper lay on the front porch, inviting yet lazily.  I had begun to take a greater interest in the local publication when I found the advertising fliers that are included.  A very tranquilizing diversion … Continue reading →

Sound the alarm, Beat on the drums; play the flutes. Roll out the parades. Canada Day is about to begin. After the parade we’ll dance in the street, and eat on our feet. Let’s celebrate our culture and greet our … Continue reading →

  Summertime evening entertainment begins in July with, Twilight Tuesdays in Memorial Park featuring “The Maple Ridge Concert B “providing among other selections marching music.  Later on a Monday evening you can attend presentations at “The Wharf” on lower 224th … Continue reading →

Golden days and silver nights only add to our delights; a chance to dine ‘au naturel’ with nature by our side. Weather permitting, a picnic in the park, entertained by the lark. Under a canopy at a sidewalk cafe; at … Continue reading →