This little ML1 TracLite MiniTool flashlight lets you aim handsfree light in any direction! Keyring flashlight converts instantly to a handsfree task light. Features a brilliant white LED module with a magnetic swivel base. Task light snaps free from its keyring sleeve and attaches to any ferrous metal surface for directional handsfree lighting. Rugged machined-aluminum design is waterproof for … [Read more...]
A 9K Walk Along Icy Roads in Rohde Boots
December 24, 2007 By
Ed and I are in Toronto for the Christmas holidays, and today we ventured out for a walk south along Etobicoke Creek, through Marie Curtis Park, east along Lake Promenade Drive, north up 32nd street to Horner, then back up Westmead to where we parked the rental car. Our walk was about 9 kilometers in all, and it would have perfect had Ed been wearing boots that weren't so darned dangerous on the … [Read more...]
OMG, We're GodParents
December 21, 2007 By Leave a Comment
I managed to avoid any semblance of motherhood for 48 years --- until December 21st that is, when Carol and Andrew asked Ed and I whether we would be Gavin's godparents. Ed immediately replied with an enthusiastic 'YES!' ... while I stammered and stuttered as all the possible ramifications of what that meant went through my head. God forbid anything should ever happen to Gavin's parents. Bad … [Read more...]
How the Uninformed Cause Delays at Airport Security
December 20, 2007 By Leave a Comment
It's been 6 years since 9/11 and judging by the delays at airport sscurity caused by those whose carry-on luggage is stuffed full of unacceptable items; one could come to the conclusion that most travelers have either forgotten the event or just don't pay attention to either the news or the signs directly in front them. I'm inclined to believe the latter. At our local - very small - airport, … [Read more...]
Quick Trip to Leavenworth, Washington
December 9, 2007 By 3 Comments
Ed and I decided to do a quick overnight trip to Leavenworth, Washington's 'Bavarian Village' which is great in summer, but absolutely magical at Christmastime. We went down to celebrate my birthday and pick up some extra Christmas ornaments at Kris Kringl, a Christmas collectibles store but got way more than we bargained for. … [Read more...]
