Monthly Archives: January 2012

My old black wallet

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Chris Shepherd

I bought a new wallet today. $22 bucks at a clearance sale at Shoes for the Soul. Heck of a deal. I can now retire my old wallet, one I’ve had for at least 15 years. I’m not entirely sure … Continue reading →

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The wonderful world of meat

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Chris Shepherd

My focus has been shifting these days. I feel a bit like a compass, trying to find true north when it keeps moving, shifting on me. My compass has been pointing more towards meat these days. Butchering to be precise. … Continue reading →

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Good morning, elk

Posted on January 7, 2012 by Chris Shepherd

I started my Saturday off in slippers and a housecoat,  stalking a bull elk with a camera in hand. It’s about as far as you can get from our prehistoric ancestors reaction to seeing an elk, but in today’s world … Continue reading →

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In appreciation of the ski movie

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Chris Shepherd

One of my favourite gifts this Christmas was a copy of All.I.Can., a ski movie.

I hadn’t thought much about ski movies before I took up skiing this winter and I’ve been pleasantly surprised. Sure, I’ve seen a few before, but I always felt a little reserved around the films, not wanting to appear like a poser or something ridiculous like that.

Anyway, what with learning to ski (whoo first blue run on the 31st!) I decided I wanted some inspiration and there’s been a lot of hype, positive chat and awards for the Sherpas Cinemas 2011 film, All.I.Can. so I figured I should start there. Continue reading →

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