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So I'm updating my big, big, BIG list of Christmas craft sales. I've been working on it since last week. There are now 220+ sales listed, and I'm STILL finding new ones! But I'll have to stop for now. I think I have ornament overload. :-) Stay tuned for the post later this week!

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What are some of your favourite "hidden places" in #Ottawa and #Gatineau?

I'm gathering ideas for a new book about off-the-beaten-track spots. If you know of something I shouldn't overlook (like the quirky intersection in the photo below), please comment or DM me. And thanks!

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Canadian Tulip Festival drew big crowds to Dows Lake today! Not quite as hectic at the Arboretum and along Colonel By.

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The protest I attended yesterday in front of the US Embassy in Ottawa was small but vocal. Countless people who drove by us honked in support. I have no beef with my US family and friends. I do have a big beef with Trump. If you think we won’t fight back…just watch us. Elbows up.

Just a wee bit of snow here in Ottawa. No idea who built the tunnel through the snow mountain on our front lawn!

Checked out the gorgeous Motel Chelsea in Chelsea QC this afternoon. Post to come, but here are some snaps. #outaouaisfun

Today’s captionless G&M cover is genius, as well as an example of CanCon at its finest. Most Canadians of a certain age will know exactly what it means, but very few others would have a clue.

I'll be at the Originals Christmas Craft Sale at the EY Centre on Saturday, December 7, from 10am to noon, signing copies of my books at Booth 322. Please drop by and say hi! #Ottawa

Today’s fun assignment: checking out Christmas stores for a story I’m writing for the Citizen/Sun Homes section.