I hope you will gain a new appreciation for the complexity of a country that, against many odds, has become a beacon of civilization in our modern times.
Stratford like a local
Our backstage tour of Stratford throughout 2026 will take us everywhere from an arena to a water pollution control plant. And there may be a swan, or two.
Exploring the world through non-fiction books in 2024
Many of my 2024 reads were thought-provoking works of non-fiction, from biographies to social analyses. Here’s my top 10.
The one-year anniversary of Renovation Road
The end goal of Renovation Road was not an investment — other than in our happiness and wellbeing.
Lighting the way
When it came to picking lighting on Renovation Road, including our two work-from-home offices, the prime directive was: Keep it warm.
The potholes on Renovation Road
Our driveway was never a thing of beauty but, as spring thaw hit, it became obvious we had to add one more big item to the renovation list.
The renovation R3: Recycle
The big investment is recycling our living room furniture: A Danish L-shaped couch and accompanying chair that have already seen more than a couple decades of service.
The complicated countertop
Sometimes, there doesn’t seem to be even the tiniest Venn-diagram intersection between what you want, and what’s in fashion, when you are planning a renovation.
Adding flame to the game
On the “must have” list when we were house-hunting in 2019 was a fireplace, the ultimate cozy comfort on a dark and cold winter’s night. The place we bought didn’t have one.
Teahen Tales 