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House Sitting in the Gold Coast Hinterland: A Peaceful Retreat with Dogs and Birds.
A Peaceful Retreat in Nature In February 2025, we had the pleasure of house-sitting in the stunning Gold Coast Hinterland, looking after two wonderful dogs, Sally and Billy, along with a group of friendly chickens. The property was set on beautiful acreage, attracting...
Whistles in the Wind: Marmot Photography in the French Alps.
Introduction to Châtel and the French Alps In May 2023, we began a three-month house sit at a ski chalet in Châtel, a town in the Les Portes du Soleil region of the French Alps. We had the very easy task of caring for a cat named Biscuit while his owners hiked the...
Photographing Rosie the Blue Staffy: A Puppy’s Energy in Pawtraits
The moment I arrived, I knew Rosie was going to be a handful. Our friends Ken and Fiona let us into the house, but Rosie was locked outside in the yard. That didn’t stop her excitement—this little dynamo was bouncing up and down at the screen door, desperate to come...
Wildlife Photography: Close Encounters with Botswana’s Lions.
A Captivating First Encounter Our first lion sighting in Botswana was nothing short of captivating! It was mid-morning, and the heat was beginning to build, the sun creeping higher in the sky. The air was thick and still, carrying the dry scent of dust and warm earth...
Wildlife Photography in Ottawa: Capturing Squirrels and Nature.
In November 2024, my husband and I stayed with friends in Ottawa, where we had the unique opportunity to experience wildlife up close. Deb, a dedicated wildlife carer, has created a haven for local animals on her acreage. Every day, she puts out food, and in return,...