Perched on a hill overlooking the Fraser Valley in Mission, British Columbia, Westminster Abbey is one of the province’s most peaceful and distinctive landmarks. It is home to a community of Benedictine monks whose lives are dedicated to prayer, study, work, hospitality, and education.

And now, I find myself standing at the beginning of a life I never expected to live. So, I have been asking myself, what is my new normal?

Sometimes life gives us the gift of distance. Distance allows us to step away from the familiar, experience something new, and eventually return with a different perspective. We begin to notice the beauty that was always there but perhaps hidden behind the comfort of familiarity.

There are many things in life that seem important, the endless to-do lists, the chores waiting to be done, and the commitments that fill our calendars. But every once in a while, we're gifted with a gentle reminder of what matters most.

The Othello Tunnels trace their origins back to the early 1900s, when British Columbia faced the daunting challenge of connecting its rugged Interior to the coast. The Kettle Valley Railway, a bold and ambitious project, was envisioned as a lifeline for communities scattered across the province’s mountainous terrain. One of the most difficult stretches lay through the Coquihalla Gorge, a narrow canyon carved by the rushing river and walled in by sheer granite cliffs.

We have a septic tank at our cabin in Sunshine Valley, and it’s been way too long since we have had it cleaned. Gianni and I were supposed to have done it before our Italian journey happened, but we never had the chance to, therefore today we had Valley Septic Services clean it out and I really expected it to be a lot worse than it was.

At first glance, Britannia Beach appears to be a peaceful coastal community nestled between the mountains and the ocean. But hidden within those rugged slopes is a remarkable story of discovery, determination, sacrifice, and renewal. The mine is incredible part of history.

My grandson’s Brody, Blake, Weston, Jameson and I toured Britannia Mine in Squamish British Columbia. After the tour, we spent some time exploring the various buildings and exhibits throughout the property. Even though the mine was a copper mine, our final stop was the Gold Panning Pavilion, where the experience is designed for everyone. The panning troughs are set at different heights so both children and adults can participate comfortably. And the best part? Visitors can ke

It had been a long time since I was able to visit one of my favourite places, a true paradise for anyone who loves cooking, beautiful housewares, and everything connected to the kitchen. Today, I wandered through the aisles of Vancouver's Gourmet Warehouse with so much joy, discovering little treasures and finding inspiration around every corner.

here are places that invite us to pause, not because they are loud or grand, but because they quietly whisper their stories. Fraser River Heritage Park is one of those places. Perched high above the Fraser River Valley in Mission, British Columbia, this park offers some of the most breathtaking views in the region. The kind of views that encourages us to linger a little longer and simply breathe it all in.

One of Hope's most cherished landmarks is Hope Cinema, a rare independently operated single-screen movie theatre that has entertained residents and visitors for more than 80 years.

Father’s Day celebrates all the fathers, fathers-in-law, stepfathers, adoptive fathers, foster fathers, Godfathers, grandfathers, great grandfathers, any person who is a father figure and our heavenly fathers. These are the patriarchs that are the foundations of our families.

Mental health is a fundamental part of overall health. It affects how we think, feel, make decisions, handle stress, build relationships, learn, and work. Just as physical health influences our body, mental health influences nearly every aspect of our daily life.

I love sharing stories about Arona, the beautiful town I’m lucky to call home. Today I attended the inauguration of MeeM Beach—our beloved lido—led by Mayor Alberto Gusmeroli, and it felt like the perfect moment to tell you a bit about our town and this exciting new lakeside destination.

“Biciclettata in Fiore” (Flower Bicycle Ride) is a long-running community cycling celebration in Arona on the shores of Lake Maggiore. The event is organized by Pro Loco Arona and is non-competitive family bicycle parade where participants decorate their bikes with flowers, ribbons, balloons, and colorful ornaments.

Inauguration of Parcozeda Piero Angela in Arona gives the children and the community a green space that will bring connections and peace.

Mother’s Day is about more than flowers and cards, it’ about a mother’s love that lives in every lesson taught, every comforting hug, and every sacrifice made without recognition. La Festa della Mamma è più di fiori e biglietti, è l'amore materno che vive in ogni lezione insegnata, in ogni abbraccio confortante e in ogni sacrificio fatto senza essere riconosciuta.

Today we celebrate our 42nd anniversary and the world and I say goodbye for the last time. You have been and will always be the love of my life, my soul mate, the father of my children, the grandfather to our grandchildren, the brother, the cousin, the uncle and the friend.

It didn’t arrive all at once. Agony, in the presence of death, is slow and uneven—like waves that don’t keep rhythm.

When I drove away from the hospital, I noticed my windshield was coated in dust. At first, I assumed it came from traffic nearby, but it didn’t make much sense since it had just rained. When I got home, I saw a strange layer of pink and red spots mixed with fine sand covering the entire car. I had no idea what it was. Not wanting to deal with cleaning it right away, I ended up leaving it like that for a few days.