Small Memorials
As many people argue about what statues to remove or what streets to rename as our view of historical figures changes, Todd talks about the smaller memorials of regular people. Continue reading Small Memorials
Author: Todd
Finding the Don Valley
Originally posted on Daegan Lunsford:
In 2004, when I was six years old, my family and I moved From America to Toronto. I was leaving behind the forests of rural Missouri. Days of catching crawdads in the creek (pronounced crick,… Continue reading Finding the Don Valley
Cycling in the First Snow
Todd goes out cycling in the snow and wonders why sometimes the most unpleasant experiences can be fun. Continue reading Cycling in the First Snow
Socially Distanced Connection
Todd gives a wrap-up of the latest international book talk where seven people from four countries talked about the books they love. Continue reading Socially Distanced Connection
Sign of the Times?
On tonight’s ride around Toronto, a man rides his skateboard down the middle of usually-busy Yonge street. And in two more days our city heads back in to lockdown. Continue reading Sign of the Times?
Keeping Up Isn’t Easy
Todd’s entries haven’t been as regular as usual so in today’s entry he tries to catch us up on everything that’s happening these days. Continue reading Keeping Up Isn’t Easy
Birthday Ride 2020
Todd goes on a bike ride for his 50th birthday. Friends send notes of kindess they’re doing, and the forest gives him advice for how to approach the next decade of his life. Continue reading Birthday Ride 2020
My Best Birthday Gift
Today, on the occasion of my 50th birthday I talk about the best gift I ever received – and I tell you what I want for this birthday. (hint: you can help!) Continue reading My Best Birthday Gift
Finding Better Ways to Seek Adventure
I waffled on whether or not I would share this story here. It’s rather personal and doesn’t put me in a particularly good light. On the other hand, if it is my goal to encourage people to try new things … Continue reading Finding Better Ways to Seek Adventure
A Ride Through the City
After a challenging ride in the forest, Todd decides to go find peace in the middle of the city. Continue reading A Ride Through the City
