Category Archives: Politics

Island circumnavigation update

Its been a hectic few days, with many miles of coastline slipping past. The winds have been very un co-operative, as has been the weather. We’ve had far more cloud and rain on this trip compared to last year, and … Continue reading

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Once more into the breech

I have no idea what happened but it stinks in here. It smells just like paint thinner. I was afraid that a bottle of the stuff had leaked (there’s no getting rid of that stink), but I found the container … Continue reading

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On hate

After reading this article I was stunned to yet again hear of another person who otherwise seems like a caring concerned individual turn to hate when confronted by a monster. The fact is there are monsters everywhere. We all probably … Continue reading

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The end of an era

I didn’t see this coming; really I didn’t. I’m still a little in shock, in fact. Part of me is rebelling like hell, but I’m mature enough to simply acknowledge the feelings and carry on. Fainleog is for sale. It … Continue reading

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Doing right?

I read an interesting blog post over at Change Therapy. I’m not a Buddhist (nor a follower of any other religion) so I have very little knowledge about it, but perusing her posts and links I’m struck by the nature … Continue reading

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Piracy

Normally when we think of piracy we think of the 18th century, or perhaps off the horn of Africa today. Certain areas in the Indian Ocean perhaps. What you don’t think of is the southern Gulf Islands. But it happens … Continue reading

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Midsummer night’s dreaming

A lovely still morning. Several sailboats already departing the harbour. Some cloud, some fog. I’ve been grappling with some significant issues of late, especially in regards to my path. I feel I’ve slipped off of it, and landed with a … Continue reading

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On judgment

@MinorEpiphanies on twitter commented on how “we all judge” and while I agree that is true, I also think it isn’t inevitable, that we can learn to suspend judgment. The question is why should we? Don’t we have to make … Continue reading

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Just back away

Strange, this absence from my blog. I just didn’t want to, which is unusual as I’m a writer. In part it’s because I’ve been thinking a lot about voice and who uses it and why. I’ve had a number of … Continue reading

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Strange as folk

Pretty much at the end of this infernal job and happy about it. I’m please with the accomplishment and the cash, and especially the insight I’ve gained in the experience. It’s been a long time since I’ve worked like this … Continue reading

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