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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.

“Georgia & granville”(c)

Posted on January 4, 2016 by whoelmo

Christmas Cheer Ah it is that time of year again.  Christmas shopping busy, busy, busy.  It is also time to remember to be good and kind and not receive two lumps of coal.  Be a good neighbour, friend or relative, … Continue reading →

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“Georgia & granville”(c)

Posted on January 4, 2016 by whoelmo

Bicycle Theft I agree we need a better system of security, or an organization where we can register our bicycle serial number for future claims.  The police have a registration program but as it is bicycle theft is a major … Continue reading →

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Georgia & granville

Posted on December 4, 2015 by whoelmo

An article in the newspaper  piqued my interest, it referred to a simple but effective solution to unhappiness.  The solution was to many of our common everyday maladies including anxiety, depression (mild and serious) and some effects on mental illness. … Continue reading →

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“Georgia & Granville”(c)

Posted on October 21, 2015 by whoelmo

In this sequence, granville is cooing in the neighbourhood trying to entertain all the ladies, the crowd and enjoying himself.  Georgia appears on the scene and arrangements are made to have some supper as they review some of the local … Continue reading →

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Mike’s Place

Posted on July 3, 2012 by whoelmo

Drove out Tsawwassen way to visit good friends and review the ‘Bed and Breakfast’ that they own; what a delightful find.  Mike and Margreet Preston have graciously been tending to your needs for about seven years and thoroughly enjoy the … Continue reading →

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Ladysmith, Vancouver Island, British Columbia

Posted on February 29, 2012 by whoelmo

Island Estuary B&B- Ladysmith, B. C. 302 Roland Road Ladysmith, B. C., V9G 1X8 (250) 245-0665 We were out and about discovering new Bed and Breakfasts and arrived by bicycle, our adventurous efforts being well rewarded.  Our choice of the … Continue reading →

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Galloping Goose to Skookum Bed and Breakfast

Posted on February 28, 2012 by whoelmo

The Galloping Goose Trail Ole, Nicle, Bridgit and John Sydney to Sooke We stood in the rain grasping our heavily laden bicycles, full of trepidation, awaiting our ferry for Vancouver Island.  Our visions for the trip were as dull grey … Continue reading →

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Chania,Iles Crete, Greece

Posted on February 27, 2012 by whoelmo

left click once Not an ordinary B and B as we think of them, but a very convenient way of living while travelling and maintaining privacy and security.  This studio suite above a store in the walled city of chania, … Continue reading →

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Resting in Mission

Posted on May 15, 2010 by whoelmo

Nestled high in the hills above Mission, B. C.; lies a retired B&B.  There it rests in all its beauty, awaiting a revival.  Cared for by an energetic couple who enjoy the rewards of their labour of maintaining this wonder … Continue reading →

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