http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com My words, visions & trivia along the way Wed, 16 May 2012 03:18:18 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ http://s2.wp.com/i/buttonw-com.png http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/05/04/nurturing-life-in-praise-of-gardeners-keepers-of-the-earth/ http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/05/04/nurturing-life-in-praise-of-gardeners-keepers-of-the-earth/#comments Fri, 04 May 2012 12:00:21 +0000 Jean http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/?p=3125 Continue reading →]]> http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/05/04/nurturing-life-in-praise-of-gardeners-keepers-of-the-earth/feed/ 2 smallbleedinghearts thirdwavecycling Quirky ceramic sign for garden says it all. 2012 Photo by HJEH Becker Magnolia tree blossom spotted along a bike ride. Pacific Spirit Regional Park. Vancouver BC 2012. Photo by J. Chong Recycled bike serves as garden seat in Cypress St. community garden along Arbutus bike-pedestrian rail path. Vancouver BC 2012. Photo by J. Chong Alpine Mountains and Mistsmall Nature's own garden among old growth Douglas fir trees and firs. Lighthouse Park, West Vancouver 2005. Photo by J. Chong Wonderous succulent tropical flower with buds. Botanical garden, Big Hawai'i Island 2002. Photo by HJEH Becker Painting by Cypress Community Gardens entrance. Vancouver BC 2012. Photo by J.Chong Azaela flowering bush. Queen Elizabeth Park, Vancouver BC 2012. Photo by J. Chong http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/04/19/cherry-blossom-ballet-in-vancouver-nature-and-new-mural-art/ http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/04/19/cherry-blossom-ballet-in-vancouver-nature-and-new-mural-art/#comments Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:00:11 +0000 Jean http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/?p=3081 Continue reading →]]> http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/04/19/cherry-blossom-ballet-in-vancouver-nature-and-new-mural-art/feed/ 9 thirdwavecycling St. James Community Services Society mural reflects Japanese-Canadian and aboriginal history, culture along with west coast sea life. By Joey Mallet & Rita Buchwitz 2011. Cherry blossoms. Vancouver BC 2012. Photo by J. Chong Former Japanese-Canadian internment camp during WW II in mountainous interior region of British Columia. New Denver, BC 2005. Photo by HJEH Becker Cherry blossoms. Stanley Park, Vancouver BC 2012. Photo by J. Chong Queen Elizabeth Park. Vancouver BC 2012. Photo by J. Chong http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/04/01/asia-in-my-dreams-romanticizing-the-east/ http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/04/01/asia-in-my-dreams-romanticizing-the-east/#comments Sun, 01 Apr 2012 11:38:05 +0000 Jean http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/?p=2830 Continue reading →]]> http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/04/01/asia-in-my-dreams-romanticizing-the-east/feed/ 15 thirdwavecycling Statuary on top of temple. Hsinchu City, Tawain 2011. Photo by HJEH Becker. An Asian interpretation of baroque-like detail. My mother and I, southern Ontario. Beginnings of my reality, dreams and my identity. Cycling in village area, Changzhi, China 2011. Photo by HJEH Becker In a mountain park. Seoul, South Korea. 2011. Photo by HJEH Becker Spicy Korean seafood noodle soup with condiments 2012. Calgary, AB. Began exploring other Asian cuisines, outside of Chinese Cantonese food starting in my mid 20's. Cambodia 2007. Photo by S. Chong-Purvis Laden cyclists and motorbikes compete for road space. Vietnam 2007. Photo by S. Chong-Purkiss Commuter train crowds in Taipei, Tawain 2011. Photo by HJEH Becker Halong Bay, Vietnam 2007. Photo by S. Chong-Purkiss. Another tranquil Asian image. Steamed savoury egg custard with slices of beef cooked with soy sauce, ginger root and onion. Dish seldom served in North American Chinese restaurants. But known & enjoyed by those born / raised on home Chinese cooking. Burning incense swirls around in temple. Changzhi, China 2011. Photo by HJEH Becker Seoul, South Korea 2011. Photo by HJEH Becker http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/03/17/buffy-sainte-marie-a-life-of-song-and-social-justice-activism/ http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/03/17/buffy-sainte-marie-a-life-of-song-and-social-justice-activism/#comments Sat, 17 Mar 2012 10:27:24 +0000 Jean http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/?p=2941 Continue reading →]]> http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/03/17/buffy-sainte-marie-a-life-of-song-and-social-justice-activism/feed/ 9 thirdwavecycling Buffy Saint Marie performs at one evening concert. Grace Presbyterian Church, Calgary AB. Mar. 20, 2012. Photo by J. Chong Buffy Saint Marie. Calgary AB. Mar. 10, 2012. Photo by J. Chong Final relay torchbearer at destination Four First Nations Host Pavilion. Singer Buffy Saint-Marie is on the left. http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/03/01/cesky-krumlov-czech-interpretations-of-medieval-and-renaissance-architecture/ http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/03/01/cesky-krumlov-czech-interpretations-of-medieval-and-renaissance-architecture/#comments Thu, 01 Mar 2012 10:44:07 +0000 Jean http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/?p=2337 Continue reading →]]> http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/03/01/cesky-krumlov-czech-interpretations-of-medieval-and-renaissance-architecture/feed/ 9 thirdwavecycling Cesky Krumlov, a UNESCO heritage site. View from its castle promenade. Czech Republic 2010. Photo by J. Chong Looking up at Castle Watchtower from lower town of Cesky Krumlov. Tower has some triumph d'oeil painted on its facade to mimic brickwork and windows. Czech Republic 2010. Photo by J. Chong The castle promenade bridge was built later on top of the town's Roman aqueduct. Cesky Krumlov, Czech Republic 2010. Photo by J. Chong Castle's gardens were located at the bottom of the hill. Cesky Krumlov, Czech Republic 2010. Photo by J. Chong Marionette peasant couple. Puppet Museum. Cesky Krumlov, Czech Republic 2010. Photo by J. Chong Strolling and exploring Cesky Krumlov.Czech Republic 2010. Photo by J. Chong http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/02/16/spa-pampering-in-a-dogs-life-bakeries-bike-trailers-and-more/ http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/02/16/spa-pampering-in-a-dogs-life-bakeries-bike-trailers-and-more/#comments Fri, 17 Feb 2012 02:52:05 +0000 Jean http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/?p=2710 Continue reading →]]> http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/02/16/spa-pampering-in-a-dogs-life-bakeries-bike-trailers-and-more/feed/ 14 thirdwavecycling Happy dog in its bike trailer at a cycling event. Vancouver BC 2010. Bakery for dogs. Calgary Farmers' Market 2012. Faithfully waiting 2012. Photo by J. Chong Biscotti and cookies for dogs 2012. Out for spin with running dog along Seawall bike path. Stanley Park, Vancouver BC 2012. Photo by HJEH Becker Dog leash-free park sign just under signs for bike-pedestrian route. Dog leash-free park is by the multi-use path. Park is designated to allow dogs to run around without iconflicting with bike-walking traffic nearby. http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/02/02/romanticizing-the-best-asian-craze-for-european-desserts/ http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/02/02/romanticizing-the-best-asian-craze-for-european-desserts/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:59:35 +0000 Jean http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/?p=2518 Continue reading →]]> http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/02/02/romanticizing-the-best-asian-craze-for-european-desserts/feed/ 8 thirdwavecycling Popular European style bakery chain in South Korea, Paris Baguette Cafe. Changwon, South Korea 2011. Photo by HJEH Becker Fine chocolate ganache cake at a local bakery cafe. Seoul, South Korea 2011. Photo by HJEH Becker More upscale local bakery cafe with European pastries and ambience. Seoul, South Korea 2011. Photo by HJEH Becker Petite four little desserts. Strasbourg, France 2010. Photo by J. Chong. Little tartlets and squares. Common German pastries at local farmers' market. Freiburg, Germany 2011. Photo by J. Chong Elegant cake choices at Ganache Patisserie in chic Yaletown. Vancouver BC 2010. Photo by J. Chong Mango creme puff, one of several flavours at Cruffs. Calgary AB 2011. Photo by J. Chong Edible dragon pastry decorates a bed of creme puffs. For Year of the Dragon, Chinese New Year 2012 celebrations. Cruffs Bakery, Calgary AB 2012 http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/01/20/lake-louise-snowshoeing-snow-glazed-mountains-ice-castles-and-bison-reuben-sandwiches/ http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/01/20/lake-louise-snowshoeing-snow-glazed-mountains-ice-castles-and-bison-reuben-sandwiches/#comments Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:45:00 +0000 Jean http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/?p=2594 Continue reading →]]> http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/01/20/lake-louise-snowshoeing-snow-glazed-mountains-ice-castles-and-bison-reuben-sandwiches/feed/ 17 thirdwavecycling Snowshoeing on the Tramline trail between village of Lake Louise and Chateau Lake Louise. Alberta 2012. Photo by J.Chong Vintage poster promising mountain adventures in Lake Louise area, a mecca for hikers, mountaineering and winter sports. Archival display at Banff National Park, Lake Louise Visitors' Centre 2012. Photo by J. Chong On High Line snowshoe trail. Lake Louise, Banff National Park, Alberta 2012. Photo by HJEH Becker Lovely lady figurine chandeliers in different areas of Chateau Lake Louise, Banff National Park. Alberta 2012. Photo by J. Chong Bison reuben sandwiches with red cabbage slaw and handmade aioli -- elegant fireside culinary grubb at the Chateau. Lake Louise, Alberta 2012. Photo by J. Chong Curious tapestry harking back to renaissance pastoral visions with deer (or elk) swimming in lake. Chateau Lake Louise, Alberta 2012. Photo by J. Chong Mountain ice climber spotted while snowshoeing around Lake Louise. 2012. Photo by J. Becker Ice castle at edge of Lake Louise in front of the Chateau. Lake Louise, Banff National Park 2012. Photo by J. Chong http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/01/05/zen-proverb-on-bicycling/ http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/01/05/zen-proverb-on-bicycling/#comments Thu, 05 Jan 2012 11:10:50 +0000 Jean http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/?p=2552 Continue reading →]]> http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2012/01/05/zen-proverb-on-bicycling/feed/ 11 thirdwavecycling Lahaini, Island of Maui, Hawaii 2009. Photo by J. Chong Toronto, ON 2008. Accompanying Jack to train station for one of his solo trips in Quebec. Cycling on new CP rail converted bike path by Edwards Gardens. Toronto, ON 2011. http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2011/12/26/canadian-reindeer-look-alikes-elk-and-mule-deer/ http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2011/12/26/canadian-reindeer-look-alikes-elk-and-mule-deer/#comments Mon, 26 Dec 2011 11:39:31 +0000 Jean http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/?p=2472 Continue reading →]]> http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/2011/12/26/canadian-reindeer-look-alikes-elk-and-mule-deer/feed/ 19 thirdwavecycling Male mule deer as distinguished by its rack of antlers which they shed every February. Banff National Park, by Vermillion Lake. Alberta 2002. Photo by HJEH Becker Male elk, probaby a teenager. Along Bow Valley Parkway looking for food. Banff National Park. Alberta 2001. Photo by HJEH Becker Small crowd of hungry elk feeding by Bow Valley Parkway. Banff National Park, Alberta March 2001. Photo by HJEH Becker Pair of young wild mule deer checking out a local Swiss-Italian restaurant. Banff, Alberta Jan. 2011. Photo by HJEH Becker