The Dildo Boathouse Inn

One thing Newfoundlanders love is a good story. This, in part, is what led me to The Dildo Boathouse Inn. Aside from it being highly recommended, the Inn tells a great tale about hard work, family, and community. Driving on the main road, the Inn is settled directly adjacent to the ocean with views that…

Newfoundland Blueberries: A Tale of Sore Backs and Delicious Snacks

I’m so happy to be back writing and sharing with you all! This winter/spring/summer was filled with all kinds of challenges. For myself, this included finishing medical school and transitioning to life as a resident physician. With the first few months under my belt, I am glad to see September on the calendar because, no…

Tides and Tubs in Whiteway, NL

I grew up less than 80 kilometers away from the community of Whiteway and, until this winter, I had never visited. Though my adventures have increased in number, It saddens me to realize how much of our own island I have yet to explore. As we become acutely aware of the current circumstances in Newfoundland…

That’s a Good Bingo.

SnowMageddon 2020 was a declared state of emergency where many Newfoundlanders were confined to the walls of their homes and national/international headlines were made. Many of us could not wait to get out like the social beings that we are (special shoutout to essential workers and first responders who did not have the privilege of…

Tourin’ in Burin.

Summer has officially ended and it has been a crazy season in the best of ways. I had hoped to release this post while the temperature was at a peak and summer vacation was still in full swing, but ...life happens. Having said that, it is never too early to plan for next summer, nor…