Tag Archives: Fredericton

Rivers, floods, and climate change

Posted on April 30, 2019 by

It’s spring. Sometimes known in northern reaches such as ours as mud season. To be clear, spring in these parts usually starts several weeks after March 21, after the winter’s snow has really left. And, if you live near a … Continue reading →

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A virtual tour of snow, lots of beautiful snow

Posted on February 27, 2019 by

There have been a number of blog posts lately lamenting unusual weather patterns.  A blogger in the UK posted a spectacular field of snow drops, but voiced concern that, though stunning, they are blooming too early because of very warm spring … Continue reading →

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Thinking about how people impact our lives

Posted on October 8, 2018 by

Today is Thanksgiving Day in Canada and, as Canadians, we have much to be thankful for. This day alone is a gift to be thankful for here in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Calm, crisp, sunny, and brilliantly decorated with the splendor … Continue reading →

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My home town makes national and international news, for the worst possible reason

Posted on August 19, 2018 by

My husband and I are certifiable news junkies. Every day we sit in the same room together, reading articles on our devices from around the world. We keep picking up our devices to check to see if something new has happened … Continue reading →

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Rivers, floods, and the rhythm of spring

Posted on April 29, 2018 by

Earlier today, I joined the throngs of fellow citizens of our fair city out walking and biking in the spring sunshine. A leisurely stroll or ride along the river and around downtown is always enjoyable on a sunny Sunday, but … Continue reading →

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Privacy, security, and cybersecurity: what’s it all about

Posted on October 2, 2016 by

This has been Homecoming Weekend at our local university, the University of New Brunswick (UNB). It’s been a glorious early fall weekend for alumni to gather and reminisce. Yesterday morning, as part of the festivities, an enthusiastic crowd of computer … Continue reading →

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Celebrating spring in the northeast: a pictorial essay

Posted on March 31, 2013 by

The ice is out of the river, the sun has been shining for three days, and today the entire world has been out enjoying the fine day.  Thanks be to God, to Mother Nature, and to anyone else who might be … Continue reading →

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