Stories

After the disrupted routines of the holiday period I love to take time in January and February to settle back into my rhythm and make plans for the year ahead. I’m not going to call them resolutions because I’ve not had a lot of success with those in the past; rather I like to think […]

I love my job, and after eight years I think I’ve gotten pretty good at it. That being said, there are always times when you question yourself and your abilities, but there are also signs from time to time to let you know that you’re on the right track. I’m given one of those signs

by Dr. Kate Evans, Family Physician, Sidney –  As the holiday season ends, I breathe a sigh of relief. Not just because the chaos and expectation of the season is behind us, but also because it is such a difficult time of year for so many of my patients. For those experiencing loneliness or grief

by Jesse Holth –  Need a way to beat those post-holiday blues? Ring in the new year at Cattle Point! Nothing beats fresh, wintery ocean air – just make sure to bundle up! At this time of year, the grass is lush and green. The vernal pools are also full: these temporary pools fill with

by Trysh Ashby-Rolls –  Fog hangs low over the valleys. From my car I notice a few sheep, six white and one black, huddled together by the fence. The moon slowly disappears behind the trees from where a raven calls to its mate deep in the forest. This is North Pender Island just before dawn

by Valerie Green –  A new column is always fun and, because of my love of history, this one is going to be especially enjoyable. Please join me through the year as I travel back in time to visit some old heritage buildings of interest including homes on the Peninsula, Greater Victoria and further afield

by Gillian Crowley –  Is there something happening in the Peninsula or Gulf Islands Art Scene we should know about? Email gillian@seasidemagazine.ca. There’s much to explore in the Peninsula arts scene to keep winter weather at bay this month. With all the entertainment here, who needs to get away? Robbie Burns Dinner You don’t have

by Dr. Kristen Bovee, Peninsula Naturopathic Clinic –  The New Year brings new resolutions, and often that includes making new commitments to our health and wellness. Whatever your health goals may be, there are ways to achieve them on a budget. Here are five ways to stay committed to your health: Plan your meals. You

by Shai Thompson –  January’s Style Tip: It’s the new dawn of a new year and with that comes the opportunity for change. Every rack in retail is rocking killer sales so get out there and invest in your fall winter wardrobe for next year. This will save you buckets of cash! With the money