by Doreen Gee

photo by Doreen Gee

Robin Sather is a “40-something” kid – and he likes it that way. He is a LEGO master – Canada’s only LEGO Certified Professional. Over the weekend, Robin (with a little help) built a model of a B.C. Ferry – the Coastal Celebration – with LEGO blocks. His creation at Tillicum Mall is a remarkable work of art. On February 11th, “Family Day,” Robin built a giant scarlet macaw with LEGO in Sidney as part of the pirate-themed party. As he gushes a megawatt smile for my photo, Robin tells me that he loves his job. Robin harbours a timeless secret!

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 by Doreen Gee

photo & graphic design by Doreen Gee

Short blog this week, folks. Because nothing speaks louder or better than the following video. Please watch it.

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 by Doreen Gee

photo of Doreen Gee by author

Life has a bad habit of nipping you in the butt when you are not looking. An injury, a tragedy, a loss – can change your life in a nanosecond. A serious fall and injury put me in a tailspin last week. It shook my comfort zone like an earthquake. During a six-hour drop into hell, I had a clear view of the people in the trenches – those sweaty hard-working angels who handle medical emergencies and fix life and limb under relentless pressure and glaring lights. These people were simply extraordinary, providing me with tender, over-the-top-competent medical care. This blog is my way of saying thank you!

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