Rolf Devinci

 Finally found a Canadian made bone broth that is competitively priced, organic and available online or in select local stores. It is in powder form so not as convenient as liquid but the price and shelf life is better. I know from reading the reviews that some complain about the mixability but that is a lame issue that involves nothing more than a few seconds of stirring. I have made my own own broth broth in the past and it is takes some time so I am happy to discover the Organika brand. In terms of flavor it is a broth so understand it will not make your taste buds dance as broths tend to be on the bland side unless they are filled with artificial flavors and/or sodium. The chicken broth is quite good but I add some of my favorite spices to a mug; oregano, basil and summer savory along with a touch of sea salt and pepper. Makes an amazing cup of broth or as a base for soups, gravies or noodles.  Using two tablespoons you get fifteen grams of high quality protein and only 60...

 Added a replica of a Greek Xiphos to my armory collection in 2022. An iconic blade from antiquity it was one that was on my radar for some time but I was never able to source an affordable sword or one that appealed to me esthetically in terms of build quality and construction. I have recently began searching Etsy as well as the usual mainstream companies that deal in historical collectables and decided to purchase a xiphos from a Nepalese forge. The reviews for Everestforge were very promising and the pictures of the blade upon Etsy were very nice. The original price was very competitive but at the time of purchase was listed on sale at 25% off with free shipping. Total cost was just over $200 CDN. This xiphos has a straight 21 inch blade of carbon steel with an overall length of 27 inches. Weighs in at a respectable 1.5 pounds give or take a few ounces. It possesses a double edged subtle leaf shape with a diamond cross section. Looking down the blade you can see some grind and f...

 Prior to my accident I remained an active senior. I often quipped that my body was old but my brain was still 20 something. I still cycled most days, albeit solo as I eventually ceased club riding after my accident in 2011, even commuting to work during the winter on appropriate weather permitting days. I attended the gym several days a week to strength train, practiced traditional archery and continued to play ball hockey primarily as a goalie but occasionally as a runner. That changed after being struck by a vehicle in 2021 and my subsequent neurosurgery to repair a chronic subdural hematoma. Released from the hospital in early January 2022 I was sidelined until my reassessment in late March. Those three months were the hardest, dealing with fear and anxiety about my condition, financials, recovery and finding myself in a sedentary situation where walking for a little was my only exercise. Coping with my physical limitations and cognitive issues the result of two brain injuries ...