Working in aviation has its advantages. First, it lends itself to travel and over the past 30 years I have had the good fortune of visting, living and working in a number of great cities across the globe. Second, although its image has been battered by environmentalists (even though modern day jet aircraft are far more fuel efficient than automobiles!) and politicians (who fail recognise its considerable social and economic value and tax the heck out of it as a result), aviation still…

We have all heard the phrase “respect your elders”. However, along with relics like the rotary dial phone, VHS recorders and the hand written letter, that concept may be getting a little dated. In many, if not all cultures, the notion that “old folks” are a valued resource to young adults or to society in general is becoming little more than a polite gesture. Does…

By now you may have noticed I enjoy fishing. What you may not know is that has not always been case. When I was a young lad, fishing wasn't the technicolour, globe-trotting pastime it is today.

Sitting in a downpour on the Kebesquashashing River for hours on end waiting for the pickerel to hit as blackflies and mosquitos gnaw away at ankles and the apparently…

Little did we know our lives would change on September 21, 2009. Our foster co-ordinator at the Boston Terrier Rescue asked if we would be able to foster this little guy. Marty was found roaming the streets of Toronto when Toronto Animal Services picked him up and soon after, he became part of our Rescue. After having four foster pups come and go, I wasn't sure if my husband…

My Mom is the best. That's why, on this Mother's Day, I would like to pay tribute to her with my own personal Top Ten List of Favourite 'Mom' Moments

10. Getting one or more of my favourite desserts everytime I come home (butter tarts, blueberry and/or flapper pie)

9. Our trip to Lourdes, particularly the drive through the French countryside

8. Sitting in the porch on a summer's day in Chapleau, the breeze blowing in from the back yard as we catch up over a glass (ok…

Reposting this link from MSN... if you have a minute, its an amazing video. 

Try to figure out if these guys are playing or hungry...

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For a Canadian, even one who has been out of the country for over a decade, NHL playoffs are a special time of the year. As a child, I fondly recall the ceremony and ritual that revolved around playoff hockey. My Dad, Boo (aka Alain Bouillon) and I would retreat to the 'rec room' downstairs, take out the TV tables and load them up with whatever sumptuous assortment of goodies my Mom had been kind enough to prepare. We would then settle in for several hours of intense oohing, aahing and,…

Go jump in the pool!

 I was lucky to get my hip replacement just as I retired and would have free time during the day to get back into shape. The physiotherapy rehabilitation exercises were quite demanding, and I resented the pain and effort every day ( I was dutiful though),  but I was excited by the opportunity to try aqua-therapy. I have always been a water baby, lifeguarding my way through university, and swimming competitively in younger days, so this looked like a good…

Happy Friday everyone...

Here's a cute video (click the picture) that shows us that its probably best to trust the ones we love.

Hope you're having a great day and preparing for a great…

Central Park - Home to a ton of attractions that is widespread the signposts snuggled in the park are diverse. From sprawling waters and green meadows to stunning bridges to performance centers with educational facilities gardens and classical architecture this park is a must-see place in New York…

As most of you know, I have passed the 50 year mark in my life. As such, my hair is greyer; my eyes are heavier, etc, etc. Yes, I'm getting older but I am also getting wiser, or at least, I am becoming more enlightened about life and I feel great about the opportunities in front of me as the years will unfold.

I do have to admit that when I pass by a mirror and catch a glimpse of myself, I'm not necessarily…

I am very selective when it comes to conferences. As anyone in a corporate environment can attest, the market is flooded with organizations that poach resources and people's time to populate content and attendance at their events...all at a tidy profit and rarely with adequate return value.

Such was not the case at the World Travel and Tourism Council Annual Global Summit, part of which I attended earlier this week in Abu Dhabi (which is about an hour or so south of Dubai by…

One of my favorite personal stories also happens to be one of my closest encounters with flying saucers and with some pretty significant Canadian heritage. The story begins about 25 years ago (around 1987) on a NordAir 737 flight somewhere over Lake Huron on a trip from Toronto to Sault Ste. Marie where we were living at the time. I guess NordAir is a bit of Canadian heritage…

You may remember my dear friend Louie the Toy Man from these posts. 

http://www.kamazooie.com/profiles/blogs/confessions-of-a-70-year-toronto-toy-man

http://www.kamazooie.com/profiles/blogs/6471104:BlogPost:6750

You may also remember me mentioning that he has a lovely bride named Violet (or Nan to her…

I see many posts on members focusing on creating great experiences and memories for their families. I wanted to comment on an area that can support these activities and that is the area of off-road trailers for recreational activities.

Many custom off path trailer companies give a wide range of selections in regards with their product. There are however four essential models that are rather common across the board and make-up the majority of most revenue in the market. They're designs…

Most individuals nowadays have entirely understood the benefit of maintaining personal fitness and creating the most out of your daily routine, so that it could be practical for healthful living and well-being in general. As a result, exercise has become an important part in our lives to eliminate unnecessary weight and improve health, vigor and unique abilities. Nonetheless, owing to the tense days we must withstand, along with the long hours and the many commitments, it is challenging to…

You will find cars that will blend modest everyday expeditions, enjoyment and obviously intensive dosages of venture. Don't consider which these kinds of automobiles are, because the response is none other than the caravans. Particularly in Adelaide there's various caravans as you are able to discover.



Caravans are developing gradually but progressively and are loved by a particular buying public which. That happens since they're capable to fulfill all the desires of travelers;…