So I haven’t blogged in awhile… I wasn’t nominated for “Best Blog” from the Walleye – which made me have a good giggle. Do you think it was because I bashed them for their lack of pierogi knowledge? ha ha ha….
A Tragic Weekend at the Waldorf: A Fort William Misfortune
Not up for reading right now? Maybe you’d prefer to listen to this story below. Eugene Grimes Murphy was the son of Annie and James Murphy (the famous coal merchant and owner of the Fort William Times Journal) The Murphy’s…
Death in the Cemetery
It’s unusual for me to write about young tragedies, but this particularly dark story got me thinking about the many unpleasantries in our city which become concealed and forgotten over the years. In my quest for some information on J.J….
The Mysterious West Side Young People’s Society
Earlier this month, I paid a visit to one of my favourite stores, Sleeping Giant Antiques. While mulling around, I found the most peculiar piece; an autograph book from 1931, chalked full of beautiful drawings, notes and photographs. I knew…
Nostalgic Gifts
Hi Friends! Sorry for my month long hiatus. Sometimes life just gets in the way, am I right!? I have been pretty busy – wedding season is upon me, and I have been busy designing. Thanks for all the emails…
A Golden Model for the T. Eaton Company
My Grandpa, Stanley Golden landed his first job when he was only three years old – as a child model for the T. Eaton Company (Winnipeg). I’m not completely sure of how he landed such a fashionable role, but I have…
Will the Real William Murdoch Please Stand Up
May I have your attention please? May I have your attention please? Will the real Will Murdoch please stand up? I don’t know about you, but I love the show “Murdoch Mysteries” on CBC. If you haven’t watched it – you…
“Dirty” Elva’s Molasses Cookies
My Nana and her sisters were excellent chefs and bakers. They hailed from the East Coast and could wow anyone with their hearty meals and delicious desserts. In my infinite wisdom of preserving these family recipes, I came up with the idea…
It’s not just a Wall, it’s our History
In recent news, Thunder Bay City Council decided to remove the historic High Street stone retaining wall and replace it with an artificial “rock face” at a mere $2.4 million price tag. Many citizens are divided on this issue; some defending…
It’s Pierogi, not Perogies
Warning, this is a public service announcement from Alex Inspired. I may lose or gain some readers depending on your perspective on what I have just written. Look here Thunder Bay, I have a bone to pick with you, and…
Hand me the Sargon, I’m out of Vodka and Metamucil
It’s been awhile since I’ve chatted about my latest genealogical discoveries, possibly because I came across an article which is undecidedly awkward? I don’t know much about Great Grandmamma Golden (I’ve been on a Downton fix, “grandmamma” sounds amazeballs to…
Nugent Street Neglect: The Abandoned Corner Cottage
26 Nugent Street boasts a little corner cottage, facing the McVicar Creek. This property sprawls two lots and has the most beautiful bricked barn with a bright green door. Sadly this home has seen better days, and better owners. We decided to…
