Seeing the world through the eyes of a migrant worker from Zimbabwe underscored the importance of personal freedom
I never met a person who was not free. That is, until I met Obert, originally of Zimbabwe. We met Obert in 2008 when my husband, Roger, and I lived in a camp in the Kalahari Desert of Botswana, where Roger trained nationals on new drilling rigs. Obert was one of four workers whose job it was to cut brush and firewood and keep the sand swept so we could see tracks from snakes.
Over the course of five months, he became much more than that to us. Obert was a quiet, gentle man who was a hard worker, a conservationist, teacher, protector and dear friend.
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Day & Night
Clive Branson of Ottawa explains the fascinating psychological effect of seeing the same scene in daylight and then at night
BACK-ROAD ADVENTURES
Capturing the history and beauty of Quebec’s Eastern Townships in winter
A Very Merry Christmas
Waiting for the turkey to roast has never been so much fun!
BEAUTIFUL BERMUDA
This lovely island nation boasts friendly locals and incredible views
Room with a View
This window on the natural world brings a sense of peace and joy
Sled dog Salvation
Tracing the incredible journey of a musher from Edmonton who fled her abusive spouse with her dog team and made it all the way into Ripley’s Believe It or Not
Christmas on Display!
Unpacking and showcasing the family collection of Santas, snowfolk and village scenes is an annual labour of love
SOLITARY PURSUITS
Enjoying brisk winter days in the great outdoors
WILLIAM POPE: An Artist for the Ages
A tribute to Norfolk County’s Naturalist
The Intrepid OJIBWAY
The story of a man, and a community, who fostered a sense of pride and dignity for those to come