Roots
Swedish roots run deep on my mother’s side and were always a quiet backdrop to my upbringing. A Hallongrotta here, a Pepparkaka there, a “ja ja” or a lonely nej … Continue reading Roots
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Herons
Written by Paul Hetzler Europeans weren’t entirely inept at naming New World plants and animals. For example, they called a large brown bat species the “big brown bat.” Kudos for … Continue reading Herons
If you want to know a country, read its writers
by Paula Halpin In 1980, on an icy February day, I waddled into the Pape/Danforth public library in Toronto’s Greektown dressed in layers of clothes that added even more bulk … Continue reading If you want to know a country, read its writers
Lions and Lambs
As the third month of the year crawls towards its Grande Finale, maybe it is time, to delve a little deeper into the theme of lambs and lions, and its association with the month of March
Raving about Ravens
By Paul Hetzler According to legend, a few individuals have kept the Tower of London, as well as the British government, from falling since the mid-1600s. That’s pretty good for … Continue reading Raving about Ravens
The Fold
Not far in front of us, appeared two young men, one straddling his bike and the other bent forward at the waist – torso parallel to the ground.
Outside In
By Kimberly-Anne Ford Dedication: For Phil, ever inspiring. My winter morning ritual begins with a cup of Bean Fair’s Wakefield Blend, savoured in a plastic chair perched on my deck, … Continue reading Outside In
Straight from the Heart
from our wonderful contributors to this Valentine’s day blog!
All You Need is Love
Wandering Wakefield is seeking your love poems!
Basswood – Best for Wooden Bass
Contributed and written by Paul Hetzler After receiving my first pocket knife at age eight, I wasted no time in launching my career as a sculptor. How hard could it … Continue reading Basswood – Best for Wooden Bass
Table
we looked around our sparsely furnished apartment, and for sure, there was something significant that was lacking. Something that every home really needs. A Table….
Speak Softly and Carry a Sharp Quill
Continued nature series written by Paul Hetzler One of our more unusual native residents has an adorable face, makes welcome mats out of their own poop, openly carries weapons, and … Continue reading Speak Softly and Carry a Sharp Quill
Wandering Wakefield 