India. The names conjures up a dichotomy of images from the peaceful, spiritual ideal of yoga retreats and ashrams, to the chaos of crowded cities overflowing with crime, garbage and slums. Michael and I have been in the southwestern village of Mararikkulam North for almost a month, staying at a rustic, oceanside homestay called Arakal…
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Courtenay, Vancouver Island – Volunteering at Vancouver Island Musicfest – Day 7 – Last Day – Closing Down The Festival
While I was busy volunteering during two of the three evening performances as Michael enjoyed the concerts, it was now Michael’s turn to volunteer and tear down the electrical while I walked into town to blog! I enjoyed some food – mainly a deep fried chocolate wrap! When I returned the volunteer camp ground was…
Courtenay, Vancouver Island – Vancouver Island Musicfest – Day 6 – Part II – The Music – Exco Levi & High Priest
This Reggae group was the closing band of the festival. I was busy backstage volunteering, and was able to sneak out to get a few pictures and a wee video. And then that was it…..the festival was over! S, xo
George Street & George Street Festival, St. John’s Newfoundland
George Street: We walked along George Street during the day, played some pool at Dooley’s and ate at a few pubs. The best food and drink during those days, to me was at Yellowbelly Brewery & Public House. For beer, I tried their Wexford Wheat Ale. It was nice and light – and yes it…