In this episode of the Culture Travels Podcast (that recorded live in studio on the Fireside Chat App on February 5, 2022), I was joined by middle schooler Maya and her mom Manami, as they taught me how to make mochi and we chatted about Japanese Canadian culture. As is the case when you are hanging out in the kitchen and baking and chatting with friends, this is one of … [Read more...]
An Owl of a Difference on Salt Spring Island for Aki Otsu
Sometimes it takes crossing an ocean to the other side of the world, leaving the big city, and meeting a majestic creature to truly find your calling and passion in life. That was certainly the case for Aki Otsu. Aki worked in IT, both while in Japan and as he began his new life in Vancouver, BC. At least he did until he and his family moved to Salt Spring Island and he … [Read more...]
Protesting Perspective – June 2020 Black Lives Matter Protests
Living in downtown Phoenix, Arizona I have witnessed and participated in the local Black Lives Matter protests that have marched right by my apartment building. I am only one individual, but offering up my protesting perspective may offer something other than what the mainstream media is showcasing. Like so many others, I was shook by the video of George Floyd's fatal … [Read more...]
Virtual Travel Adventure Round-Up: Week of March 28th, 2020
E² - Entertainment & Education Newsletter & At Home Entertainment Magazine With many people around the world in self-isolation or quarantine at the moment, we are starting to publish a regular E² - Entertainment & Education Newsletter & At Home Entertainment Magazine, focused on sharing fun, calming, and educational distractions of things that we create and … [Read more...]
Wild for the Wildlife Rescue Exhibit at the Royal Botanical Gardens Burlington, Ontario, Canada
I love the travelling nature exhibits that the Royal Botanical Gardens Burlington, Ontario, Canada puts on every winter. They are something that I enjoy visiting both on my own with my 70-something year old Mom and with my grade and middle school nieces and nephews. Wildlife Rescue Exhibit at RBG Canada This winter's exhibit, Wildlife Rescue, is my favourite yet. I … [Read more...]
