Author Archives: Lynda Philippsen

Drastic Options for the Traveller

Posted on December 28, 2015 by Lynda Philippsen

Thanks to some great advice I got decades ago from other travellers who go lightly, I have that down pat. Continue reading →

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A new answer for what do you do?

Posted on December 23, 2015 by Lynda Philippsen

I don’t mind being a lighter. Stories are light. Continue reading →

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An Unfortunate Trend

Posted on December 12, 2015 by Lynda Philippsen

Somebody made a fortune on this unfortunate trend. Continue reading →

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Canada’s Response to the Refugee Crisis

Posted on December 4, 2015 by Lynda Philippsen

What we all must fear first is our individual fears and set aside our prejudices. Continue reading →

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An Encounter with a Taxi Driver in Tokyo

Posted on November 28, 2015 by Lynda Philippsen

Unfortunately, I had to work like stink to get him to figure out what should have been obvious. I could do that because I was familiar with the area, I knew where I wanted to go, and given provocation can be incredibly tenacious. Continue reading →

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Thanks to Our Day-to-Day Heroes

Posted on November 23, 2015 by Lynda Philippsen

With heartfelt thanks, I offer all our day-to-day heroes serving others my deepest gratitude. Continue reading →

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When the Usual ‘Normal’ Isn’t How It’s Done

Posted on November 19, 2015 by Lynda Philippsen

In an environment where my normal way of doing things doesn’t work as I expect it to, I am surprised by how long it takes to adapt. Sometimes I don’t. Continue reading →

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Rambling a Little Off the Usual Track

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Lynda Philippsen

Size isn’t everything. Well, at least not when it comes to horns. Speed and cunning are good too. Which is slight digression from opera, but you were warned. Continue reading →

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10 Reasons to Love Japan Wireless

Posted on October 24, 2015 by Lynda Philippsen

I rented a portable, secure WiFi router from Japan Wireless. That meant I had more reliable and secure WiFi than hotels or cafes provide. Continue reading →

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Tedorigawa Yoshida: The Birth of Saké

Posted on October 18, 2015 by Lynda Philippsen

I am content (and honoured) to have the good fortune to taste a small but rich sampling of a venerable, centuries-old tradition. Continue reading →

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