The Retired Dude

Technology, Food, Travel and Life from the Perspective of a Retired Dude

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  • Floating Twig

    Came across this twig that seemed to be floating, I almost walked into it as it was a head height, not sure how it go there, somehow got tangled in a spiders web? Nature is a wonderful thing. Continue reading

    Floating Twig
  • “15 Minute Cities”

    When I was a young boy living in Liverpool England in the 1960’s, most of what we needed to get on with life was within walking distance. Their was a; A newsagents for candy, papers and mom and dad smoke… Continue reading

    “15 Minute Cities”
  • 6 Years

    It has been 6 years since our trip to India, what an amazing beautiful country. Wish we could go back and take in more. February 2nd 2017, we visited the Taj Mahal, the first picture was taken from across the… Continue reading

    6 Years
  • Campbell River

    Was in Campbell River on this weekend for a volleyball tournament that the 16 year old was taking part in. Next to the tournament location was an amazing set of trails, and once again Jenn and I had to check… Continue reading

    Campbell River
  • Sun and Mountains

    The sun was shining yesterday and the views of the mainland mountains look so beautiful. Continue reading

    Sun and Mountains
  • First Snow

    We had our first snow of the season out here in Nanaimo overnight and into the morning. The dog was not that impressed. Continue reading

    First Snow
  • Snake Charmer

    I have been reviewing my pictures of the past week after I imported a large number from an old hard drive this it got me thinking about blogging some pictures that pop up as interesting or in a featured photo… Continue reading

    Snake Charmer
  • Lost Lake

    Lost lake Nanaimo This little gem of a place has a quiet trail running around it. Usually pretty quiet, a quiet spot in the city. Continue reading

    Lost Lake
  • Fall Light

    Always love the light in the fall, the way it streams through the trees when there is a slight mist in the air. Continue reading

    Fall Light
  • Slow Year

    Was just flipping some pictures from last year and came across this one, ignore the flower baskets pay attention to the tree. Now look at this one I just took, first of all no baskets!! The tree, I think that… Continue reading

    Slow Year