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07 Jun, 2010

Know More Do More Mondays: enjoying the scenery

Posted by: andrea tomkins In: - Know More Do More

Piper’s cone came off today and we finally got veterinary permission to go for a long romp. Thank god. Just in time! This was our KMDM activity this week: Take advantage of the Ottawa River and the Rideau Canal. Kids who are physically active are less likely to become depressed. Ottawans, YOU KNOW HOW LUCKY […]

06 Jun, 2010

Or how about this one?

Posted by: andrea tomkins In: Photography

Isn’t it ironic that the photographer hates having her photo taken? :) If you’re just tuning in, I happen to be having a small nervous breakdown about a photo I need to submit this week. Can I just say one thing: DAMN THAT WIDOW’S PEAK. I am leaning heavily towards a cropped version of photo […]

05 Jun, 2010

Please help me pick a photo

Posted by: andrea tomkins In: Photography

This week I need to submit a headshot of myself for an upcoming, um, media thing. I will post details about that soonish, but first I really need you to help me pick a photo. Andrea Tomkins: CROWDSOURCING HER LIFE. The look I am aiming for is fun yet serious, professional yet casual, and oh, […]


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  • Juliet Luiz: I was at this park today and saw the foundation and historical sign which got me curious and let me to your blog post! Great information:) too bad t
  • Rowyn Tape: Hello, I was sitting at Easter dinner with my grandmother and she was telling me this story. She is Herbert Lytles daughter who eventually bought the
  • Bernie: I freeze ball sizes of bread dough for beavertails each winter season.Easy to thaw, roll out and fry. Best winter treat!
  • Jen_nifer: I feel very much the same about my SUP. Floating with snacks is fantastic! When I go on water with some current, I make sure that I paddle into the cu

The Obligatory Blurb

My name is Andrea and I live in Ottawa with my husband Mark and our dog Sunny who is kind of a big deal on Instagram. During the day I work as a freelance writer. I am a longtime Ottawa blogger and I've occupied this little corner of the WWW since 1999. The Fishbowl is my whiteboard, water cooler, and journal, all rolled into one. I'm passionate about healthy living, arts and culture, travel, great gear, good food, and sharing the best of Ottawa. I also love vegetables, photography, gadgets, and great design.

If you're so inclined, you can read more about me here.

I've deactivated the commenting function as well as my contact form so if you want to get in touch, please drop me a line at quietfish@gmail.com. Thank you!

 


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