Monthly Archives: April 2008

The third kind of blog

I lied before. I actually read three kinds of blogs. The third kind is the insider kind – usually centred on one particular city. They tend to offer up the latest on emerging musicians, the best places to eat, and … Continue reading

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The two kinds of blogs according to Vivian

I’ve alluded to my Internet habit before. I believe that I couched it in terms of “research.” I navigate the blogosphere so that my passengers can better navigate the world. I want to be able to answer their questions about … Continue reading

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A crush and a challenge

I have a crush, but before you get too excited, I should tell you: he’s taken, and happily so. Steven Guilbeault, environmental crusader extraordinaire, is the cover boy right now for VIA Destinations magazine. He’s only 39 (that’s not too … Continue reading

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Environmentalist, yes; cyclist, no

My friend Margarita (or “Chief” as we call her at work) is so avid of a cyclist that she can’t imagine anyone not feeling the same. This sometimes causes problems, like it did last summer when it was her turn … Continue reading

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Vivian profiles rail fan Peach Flambee

I have a confession to make. I always mess up the lyrics to my favourite songs. My most favourite song to mess up is The Engine Driver by Oregon alt-rockers The Decemberists (see live performance footage below). Not that I … Continue reading

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