Category Archives: Community

Thanks to You, I’m Famous (ish)!

Posted on November 17, 2011 by

I was encouraged by some of my most loyal readers (all two of you) to submit an article to the Cowichan Newsleader about my thoughts on the election. On Monday, I called John, the editor at the Newsleader, and asked … Continue reading →

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Cowichan’s Best Chocolate Chip Cookie: It’s Official

Posted on September 10, 2011 by

Yesterday morning I entered Mellor Hall at the Cowichan Exhibition grounds feeling nervous. I walked past Jennifer Tinsley’s amazing mural without looking up, nor did I notice the thousands of exhibition entries including wine, flowers, baked goods, weaving, quilting, honey, … Continue reading →

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The 2011 Chocolate Chip Cookie-Off: Bring it!

Posted on August 21, 2011 by

From the moment I became a mom, I was determined to make the best chocolate-chip cookies. A cookie so delicious it would lure little Hansels and Gretels into my home, thus acquainting me with the children my girls play with. These children … Continue reading →

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Don’t Be Chicken!

Posted on July 15, 2011 by

I once told a Saanich cow farmer that I was too chicken to drive up a farm’s lane to buy their produce or meat, even if there were big signs urging me to stop and shop. What if I don’t … Continue reading →

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