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A Father’s Tribute

Sarah Bonikowsky of Mono Centre was a member of the Canadian women’s eight rowing team at the Beijing Olympics last year. Sarah’s father, Gary Bonikowsky, recorded the following entry in his journal.

Nov 15, 2009

The Pickup Queens

For 35 years, nothing has come between these Ladies and their Sunday morning hockey game at the Hillsburgh Arena.

Nov 15, 2009

A Puzzling Conclusion: Winter 2009

A dots and lines challenge, a phoney insurance claim and flying low over King Road.

Nov 15, 2009

A Puzzling Conclusion: Autumn 2009

Was it raining or clear yesterday?

Sep 15, 2009

My First Time Fly Fishing

Because I love the outdoors, I always thought fishing would be the perfect sport for me.

Jun 18, 2009

My First Time Horseback Riding

As Johnny nuzzled and pestered for treats, I soon discovered horses aren’t so different from the love-sponge golden retrievers I had at home.

Jun 18, 2009

My First Time on a Solo Motorbike Tour

I had obtained my motorcycle licence the year before, when I turned 50, and I was so confident I was ready for the solo adventure I decided to take the scenic route through the U.S.

Jun 18, 2009

A Puzzling Conclusion: Summer 2009

How many coins were left in the bag?

Jun 18, 2009

Gone Paddling: The Credit River

A group of adventurers challenges the Credit River during spring runoff.

Mar 21, 2009

Caledon and la Dordogne: Home truths from deep France

A traveller discovers striking parallels and telling differences between rural Dordogne and her Credit River home in Brimstone.

Mar 21, 2009

Plant Paradise: A Little Piece of Paradise

Two self-taught Caledon gardeners have created a kind of boutique garden centre, where the emphasis is on natural, organic, drought-hardy – and gorgeous.

Mar 21, 2009

A Puzzling Conclusion: Spring 2009

More from the attic, along the Grand River and at the Melancthon Limerick Contest.

Mar 21, 2009