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The old road up Spinney Brook is a narrow little creature, snaking along the embankment till reaching the stone abutments of a former crossing. I think I passed it by a dozen times before I finally followed; anticipation holds much of the soul in adventure. Sometimes I go somewhere far afield at first glance. I've embraced plenty of random whims and instinctual detours. But a slow introduction can be just as rewarding, romancing the roads I'll get to know given time. Sometimes I'm asked about one discovery or another: "How do you find all those places?" Well, the answer is that I aim to go everywhere. It's why I've driven every road I could in the Annapolis Valley, hiked the rest, and traced out plenty of streams and random woods besides. There is no boredom in familiarity for me. Like a marriage driven by lifelong love — always new ways to appreciate old faces.
December 17, 2025
Torbrook Mines, Nova Scotia
Year 19, Day 6611 of my daily journal.
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Mikey Way and Ray Toro of My Chemical Romance. The World Contamination Tour. Hollywood Palladium. May 27th 2011
Club hopping is a new sport! Giggles... I hop on a tp and just goooooo!
Xavi and I ended up at Futurescape a few nights ago. Spacey and very psy-asteroidal-orbiting-spheres of orange masses of trauma-induced dreams everywhere ... well, it was fun!
I even got a chance to be a DJ there! LOL! OMG, is someone going to ever teach me how to dj? You know, I wanna...
A quick dinner break for my angel, while I went to say hi to DJ Jungle Vacano over at BassLine Island. Now, I am really ready for my evening out! I love the poster behind Jungle... his real life pic looming large!
A night cap of romance and dance over at Bubbly Night Club surprises me with a display of affection, love and promise from my angel, Xavier. Yes... was the answer...
Oh, Queen... can you get those rings ready?
Annual Belle Isle Fundraiser Nets $140,000 for Future Island Improvement ProjectsPolish the Jewel Celebrates 10 Years of Passion and Radiance of Detroit’s Island Gem
DETROIT (Oct. 7, 2014) - In mid-September, more than 400 of metro Detroit’s most prominent civic and business leaders spent the afternoon embracing the memories and promise of Detroit’s gleaming island gem at Romancing the Isle, the 10th Anniversary Polish the Jewel Belle Isle Legacy Luncheon. Held at the Belle Isle Casino, the annual Polish the Jewel fundraiser offers an afternoon of networking in support of the Belle Isle Conservancy. This year’s event raised more than $140,000.
“Polish the Jewel punctuates what makes Belle Isle so special, the supporters and volunteers who are so dedicated to the island and all it has to offer,” said Michele Hodges, president of the Belle Isle Conservancy. “So much has happened over the last 10 years of Polish the Jewel events that has breathed new life into the island, and I look forward to seeing the exceptional opportunity that will be uncovered over the next 10 years.”
Commemorating the 10th anniversary event, Hodges recognized Belle Isle Conservancy chair and Polish the Jewel event founder Sarah Earley for her extraordinary dedication to the revitalization of Belle Isle Park.
“Sarah was the primary force behind the very first luncheon a decade ago,” Hodges said. “Not only has she been instrumental in developing the luncheon as a tradition we look forward to each year, but she has also been one of Belle Isle’s greatest supporters throughout its transformation.”
Over the past nine years, Polish the Jewel has raised more than $2.5 million to successfully fund two major construction projects on Belle Isle Park - enhancements to the island’s famed Sunset Point, as well as a historically accurate restoration of the horse stable roof. Proceeds from the 2014 Polish the Jewel will support further improvement projects, in partnership with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, to ensure the island sparkles for years to come.
Rounding out the afternoon’s activities was a silent auction that raised $19,000 from an assortment of artwork, jewelry, fine wines and more, donated by businesses and retailers across metro Detroit.
Sponsors for the 2014 event included DTE Energy, MASCO Foundation, Sarah and Tony Earley, Franco Public Relations Group, Baker Tilly, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Ford Motor Company Fund, Ruth Roby Glancy, Lear Corporation and St. John Providence Hospital.
Ah! Amor!
Do you suppose they're on a date?
Do you think he'll get a second one?
What do you suppose he's whispering; "Harder! Faster! Heave!"?
I friend of mine recently told me that Buenos Aires is such a romantic city - now I think I understand what that means. I've felt the happiest I can remember feeling in a long time here and the emptiest and saddest. Perhaps that's what real romance is about, maybe thats what I needed.
Fashion Freakout 4!!
at the Mohawk | Austin, TX 2.4.11
featuring Prototype Vintage Design, Laced With Romance, & New Bohemia
hair and makeup by Avant Salon & Spa
Annual Belle Isle Fundraiser Nets $140,000 for Future Island Improvement ProjectsPolish the Jewel Celebrates 10 Years of Passion and Radiance of Detroit’s Island Gem
DETROIT (Oct. 7, 2014) - In mid-September, more than 400 of metro Detroit’s most prominent civic and business leaders spent the afternoon embracing the memories and promise of Detroit’s gleaming island gem at Romancing the Isle, the 10th Anniversary Polish the Jewel Belle Isle Legacy Luncheon. Held at the Belle Isle Casino, the annual Polish the Jewel fundraiser offers an afternoon of networking in support of the Belle Isle Conservancy. This year’s event raised more than $140,000.
“Polish the Jewel punctuates what makes Belle Isle so special, the supporters and volunteers who are so dedicated to the island and all it has to offer,” said Michele Hodges, president of the Belle Isle Conservancy. “So much has happened over the last 10 years of Polish the Jewel events that has breathed new life into the island, and I look forward to seeing the exceptional opportunity that will be uncovered over the next 10 years.”
Commemorating the 10th anniversary event, Hodges recognized Belle Isle Conservancy chair and Polish the Jewel event founder Sarah Earley for her extraordinary dedication to the revitalization of Belle Isle Park.
“Sarah was the primary force behind the very first luncheon a decade ago,” Hodges said. “Not only has she been instrumental in developing the luncheon as a tradition we look forward to each year, but she has also been one of Belle Isle’s greatest supporters throughout its transformation.”
Over the past nine years, Polish the Jewel has raised more than $2.5 million to successfully fund two major construction projects on Belle Isle Park - enhancements to the island’s famed Sunset Point, as well as a historically accurate restoration of the horse stable roof. Proceeds from the 2014 Polish the Jewel will support further improvement projects, in partnership with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, to ensure the island sparkles for years to come.
Rounding out the afternoon’s activities was a silent auction that raised $19,000 from an assortment of artwork, jewelry, fine wines and more, donated by businesses and retailers across metro Detroit.
Sponsors for the 2014 event included DTE Energy, MASCO Foundation, Sarah and Tony Earley, Franco Public Relations Group, Baker Tilly, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Ford Motor Company Fund, Ruth Roby Glancy, Lear Corporation and St. John Providence Hospital.
This was a cute couple who were walking on the beach together, just rubbing their new romance in my face! Ahem.
Annual Belle Isle Fundraiser Nets $140,000 for Future Island Improvement ProjectsPolish the Jewel Celebrates 10 Years of Passion and Radiance of Detroit’s Island Gem
DETROIT (Oct. 7, 2014) - In mid-September, more than 400 of metro Detroit’s most prominent civic and business leaders spent the afternoon embracing the memories and promise of Detroit’s gleaming island gem at Romancing the Isle, the 10th Anniversary Polish the Jewel Belle Isle Legacy Luncheon. Held at the Belle Isle Casino, the annual Polish the Jewel fundraiser offers an afternoon of networking in support of the Belle Isle Conservancy. This year’s event raised more than $140,000.
“Polish the Jewel punctuates what makes Belle Isle so special, the supporters and volunteers who are so dedicated to the island and all it has to offer,” said Michele Hodges, president of the Belle Isle Conservancy. “So much has happened over the last 10 years of Polish the Jewel events that has breathed new life into the island, and I look forward to seeing the exceptional opportunity that will be uncovered over the next 10 years.”
Commemorating the 10th anniversary event, Hodges recognized Belle Isle Conservancy chair and Polish the Jewel event founder Sarah Earley for her extraordinary dedication to the revitalization of Belle Isle Park.
“Sarah was the primary force behind the very first luncheon a decade ago,” Hodges said. “Not only has she been instrumental in developing the luncheon as a tradition we look forward to each year, but she has also been one of Belle Isle’s greatest supporters throughout its transformation.”
Over the past nine years, Polish the Jewel has raised more than $2.5 million to successfully fund two major construction projects on Belle Isle Park - enhancements to the island’s famed Sunset Point, as well as a historically accurate restoration of the horse stable roof. Proceeds from the 2014 Polish the Jewel will support further improvement projects, in partnership with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, to ensure the island sparkles for years to come.
Rounding out the afternoon’s activities was a silent auction that raised $19,000 from an assortment of artwork, jewelry, fine wines and more, donated by businesses and retailers across metro Detroit.
Sponsors for the 2014 event included DTE Energy, MASCO Foundation, Sarah and Tony Earley, Franco Public Relations Group, Baker Tilly, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Ford Motor Company Fund, Ruth Roby Glancy, Lear Corporation and St. John Providence Hospital.
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Romance In Ivory
This elegant and sophisticated piece is a gorgeous accessory for a Bride. Delicate light ivory/off white petals surround whirling faux pearls and an elaborate vintage inspired rhinestone center. Tiny clear Swarovski crystals are sprinkled around on various pearls and larger Swarovski crystals around the center for even more high sparkling shine! Every move creates twinkling lights like little dew drops in a fairytale garden. Swirling Goose Biots and fluffy Hackle feathers add wonderful texture and style.
This is such a ROMANTIC piece.
Flower approximately 3.5 inches wide. Feathers add approximately 1 inch around. Alligator prong clip secures this piece in any hair style.