Monthly Archives: June 2010

Parliament Hill

Posted on June 30, 2010 by Waheeda Harris

I’ll post a few more images tomorrow on Canada Day, but here’s an early bird salute to our nation’s capital:

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memories of the ’70s – Definition

Posted on June 29, 2010 by Waheeda Harris

In the 1970s, Canada had two national tv channels – CBC and CTV. Local affiliates may have added one or two more channels for those in big cities, but for the majority of us – it was one channel or … Continue reading →

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Walking the Edge

Posted on June 28, 2010 by Waheeda Harris

I’ve always liked when art is not just found in a gallery, but is woven into every day life. I noticed this poem  attached to a bench while  walking the Cataract Gorge in Launceston, Tasmania. It reads: Walking the Edge … Continue reading →

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Message to a guest

Posted on June 25, 2010 by Waheeda Harris

I had the opportunity to stay at Moorilla, a unique hotel/vineyard/brewery/art gallery that is on the outskirts of Hobart, Tasmania. In my pavillion, the decor was very contemporary and a bit cheeky as you can see from the rug:

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memories of the ’80s – Breakin’

Posted on June 24, 2010 by Waheeda Harris

The ’80s had many memorable styles – but none so distinct as break dancing. This hip hop dance form was immortalized for the masses in the pop culture flick Breakin’. Directed by Joe Silberg, the film was inspired by a … Continue reading →

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Downtown Hobart

Posted on June 23, 2010 by Waheeda Harris

The main city of Tasmania, Hobart, is a lovely city with a beautiful harbourfront area….

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memories of the ’70s – Angie Dickinson

Posted on June 22, 2010 by Waheeda Harris

A femme fatale? A blonde bombshell? This California girl was both and more – the star of Police Woman and several films, Angie Dickinson was unforgettable during the 1970s. A successful film and tv actress, Dickinson took on the small screen … Continue reading →

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Cataract Gorge, Tasmania

Posted on June 21, 2010 by Waheeda Harris

The beauty of Cataract Gorge, found in Launceston, Tasmania – a lovely place for a morning walk amongst the rock and trees into the valley.

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Shadows

Posted on June 20, 2010 by Waheeda Harris

On this Father’s Day, I’m glad to celebrate my Dad and all the things he has taught me. One of those things was the love of photography, and thankfully I get to revel in that almost every day. Here’s me … Continue reading →

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Wi-fi zone, Goreme-style

Posted on June 18, 2010 by Waheeda Harris

Wi-fi can be now found in some interesting places, including downtown Goreme, Turkey in the shadow of the fairy chimney and pigeon cave distinct landscape.

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