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"Staycation" -- Everyone Should Try One

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"Staycation," When, Why, What & How?

 

What in the world is a "Staycation?" If you are well-traveled you will probably know the answer to this question. My husband and I have done quite a bit of traveling but had never come across this word before. When I hear it, it is a word which makes me smile. Why? If you are interested, just travel down the page a few spaces to Part 1 of "Staycation" - Everyone Should Try One. I may even give you examples of how others have spent their staycation.

A Hearty "Thank You" for Visiting. 

I thank you from the bottom of my heart for visiting me here.
I hope that my lens will make you smile, brighten your day and help you plan your first, next, but certainly not your last staycation.


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A Sudden Stop on Our Staycation 

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The "Will"of www.willborden.com is my husband.  His photographs and designs can be viewed at CafePress.com and Imagekind.com. Will has always been an avid photographer.  I remember one of our sudden stops when we were traveling with our newborn daughter.  "Just need to get this shot, I won't be a minute," Will yelled as he dashed out of the car slamming the door!  Meanwhile, I was left with an awakened, crying baby.  She had just fallen asleep after miles of fussing and I had just become relaxed enough to enjoy the ride.  Such has been my life since living with Will.  I'm not complaining because, as you will see, he has been the creator of a gazillion beautiful photographs and many fabulous digital art designs and I am his biggest fan! 

Most of the photographs in this lens have been taken by Will Borden. All photographs will be changed on a regular basis. I hope that you enjoy them.

What has this got to do with a "s-t-a-y-c-a-t-i-o-n?"  Perhaps you know!   Please scroll down to find the answer and to read more of my meanderings in "STAYCATION" PART II.

My Favorite ... This Week *smile* 

From Will's Dramarama Gallery

New



"Electric Waters"


Now ready for purchase.
To Buy: Imagekind

Artist Description
"Rays of dazzling sunlight glint off the water beside an elegant swan to create a dramatic image."

Imagekind 

Custom Framed Fine Art Prints

Will, an internationally known photographer, has teamed up with one of the fastest growing fine art sites on the internet. At Will's Imagekind galleries you will find over 2,000 high quality photographs and digital designs.

For enlarged images of the pictures in this lens please feel free to view them in Will's Imagekind Galleries. Imagekind

It is easy-breezy to see what a different frame or mat would look like on a photograph. Just choose the picture, then you will be given a large choice of frames and matting. Mix and match frames and mats until you have the affect you prefer.

The large selection of beautiful custom frames, paper and matting allows Imagekind to offer products of your choice, in a wide price range. You will see some examples of Imagekind frames on the pictures published in this lens.

Variety Show Gallery 

by Will Borden

A potpourri gallery aisle reserved for photos and designs that have a variety of themes.

View "Autumn Aura"and many other beautiful images for purchase at: Imagekind

* This image will remain here for obvious reasons if/when you read my musings in "Dear Diary."

RosesRoses Gallery 

by Will Borden

This beauty was photographed in our garden after a light rain. I believe it is one of Will's best shots.

Oh dear, you can't see the raindrops. To have a closer look, "34- RosesRoses" may be enlarged in Will's RosesRoses Gallery at: Imagekind

Yesteryear Gallery 

by Will Borden

"11- Yesteryear" and many other "Classic" images
for purchase at: Imagekind

This would make a great gift for any young or mature man.


Artist's Description
The stately "Princess Marguerite" sailing into the Victoria, British Columbia inner harbor from Seattle, Wash., in August 1985. Built in 1948 and no longer in service. A digital re-make from one of my photos.

Wildflowers Gallery 

by Will Borden

"Desert Paintbrush" blooming in Utah's spectacular Zion National Park.

The smallness of the picture to the right does not do justice to this beautiful picture. To have a closer look, please go to: Imagekind where you may enlarge it.

Razzmatazz Gallery 

by Will Borden

"In The Loop"

This image is actually 3-dimentional when viewed up close and is just beautiful! Please view at: Imagekind

Squidoo Family 

designed by Will Borden for me

Will made this "Special" Squidoo picture for me in gratitude for featuring his photographs and digital designs.

Now, I have my very own Squidoo family. "Thank you Will!"

Dead 

One Week After Retirement

Here is a little more detail about our life, before I get into the "why" and "what" of this new word, "Staycation". Will has been a hard worker all of his life. Upon retiring, Will decided he needed a hobby so that he would not become, yet another statistic one reads about in the local newspaper; "Dead, One Week After Retirement." What better hobby than the one thing always close to his heart, photography! So now, 2 years later, Will is still above the mound and happily doing what he loves to do. But, he has thousands, yes perhaps millions of photographs. What to do??? Share them!!!! No problem!!! There are terrific online stores allowing one, in a matter of minutes, to place photo & art designs on: attractive apparel, greeting cards, journals, calendars, mugs & steins, tile items, kids & baby products and giftware. Some sites even cater to those who are seeking to decorate their homes: small bungalows to huge monster houses. Good Idea. Framed fine art. A different "theme" for every room!

WHOA!!!! "But, what about the "staycation"??? Okay back to that in "Staycation" Part III after a few more pictures.

Cannon Beach Gallery 

by Will Borden

It is impossible to tell where the ocean ends and the sand begins in this spectacular sunset at beautiful Cannon Beach, Oregon, U.S.A.

"Mirrored In The Sand" at: Imagekind

Luminosity Gallery 

by Will Borden

Prefer something tranquil?
A soft, lustrous photo-design.
Sure to bring calm to those viewing it.

Preview "2- Luminosity" at: Imagekind

Medley Gallery 

by Will Borden

"The Buzz!" For sale at: Imagekind

An eye-catching macro floral & honeybee photograph to brighten the moment and lift the spirits. Taken in British Columbia, Canada.

Grand Canyon Gallery-1 

by Will Borden

Haven't had the privilege of visiting the Grand Canyon? Will hopes his photographs will impart to you a feeling of just how truly remarkable it is.

The awe-inspiring views of the chasm from high above are unmatched throughout the world.

Majestic, breathtaking, spectacular "11- Grand Canyon1." Many beautiful Grand Canyon photographs for sale at: Imagekind

Kidscorner Gallery 

by Will Borden

Dedicated to the many children and babies in the world.
OLIVE says:"You'll just DIE when you see my Ozzie!"

Young people are drawn to colorful, telling pictures, so Will has included a special gallery just for them. You'll find a variety of bright & cheerful images and he hopes that they will bring a smile to the face of every child who sees them.

"Olive The Ostrich" and "Ozzie The Ostrich" for purchase at: Imagekind

Sunset Gallery 

by Will Borden

You'll enjoy a stroll through this gallery. Truly a visual banquet for all to enjoy.

View a larger image of "49- Sunset" in Will's Sunset Gallery at: Imagekind

What To Do? 

With all the on-going days, months, years of photographing and days and days of surfing the websites to see what others had already done (so as not to encroach on another's masterpiece), together with months and months of choosing just the right frame or product for the photo or design and uploading it, Will didn't have time to take a vacation. WHEW!! That was a long sentence!! It seems almost as long as the time we haven't had a vacation! So what to do? Go on a Staycation - Everyone should try one!

Staycation - what do I do?
  • A holiday at home.
  • Switch off the phones.
  • No going to malls.(You can still shop online!)
  • Use up food squirreled away.
  • Read the 3 foot stack of saved magazines.
  • Play cards
  • Watch Corner Gas & Maureen O'Hara movies.
  • Read a book.
  • Read all the new Squidoo lenses.
  • Invite friends to a home-grown film festival.
  • Try it! You'll like it!


  • "Staycation" was born at "Corner Gas." It's the funniest TV program I have ever watched!
    For the Plot Summary of "Corner Gas" please scroll down.

    Beehive Gallery 

    by Will Borden

    Industriousness at its finest. Bees are amazing, and certainly create a fascinating "beehive of activity" as they gather pollen and nectar with tireless dedication.

    "13- Beehive" is truly a beautiful photograph! Please see it in a larger size by clicking on: Imagekind

    Treat yourself or someone you love to a bee-autiful framed print!

    Showcase Gallery 

    by Will Borden

    "21- Showcase" This unusual shot for purchase can be found at: Imagekind

    Will comments: "I love modifying the natural color order of certain photographs to produce an effect not normally seen by the naked eye. I know that I can never truly improve upon the amazing beauty of the creation around us, so I guess it's just my way of having fun and experimenting with dramatic color."

    Wildlife Gallery 

    by Will Borden

    A bear brings her cub to Gramma's home for approval.

    View "Bear and Cub" and many other wildlife pictures for purchase at: www.willborden.com

    The smallness of the picture to the right does not do justice to this exciting picture. To have a closer look, please go to: Imagekind where you may enlarge it.

    Photodrama Gallery 

    by Will Borden

    A "Fall Feathers" photo design is a sure way of adding some color & drama to either your own space or someone else's.

    View at: Imagekind

    Corner Gas 

    Plot Summary

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    Home Of The

    Staycation


    Corner Gas focuses on the life (or lack thereof) of Brent Leroy, proprietor of a gas station that is the only stop for miles round and a hub of action on the Prairies.

    Popular comedian Brent Butt returns to small town in Saskatchewan to portray the life he would have led had he held down a "real" job - pumping gas at Corner Gas. Each episode of Corner Gas delivers a half-hour of comedic voyeurism in a place where everyone knows everyone else's business. The series is set in the fictional town of Dog River, Saskatchewan, and focuses on the life of gas station owner Brent LeRoy, coffee shop proprietor Lacey Burrows and the folks who populate the area. Dog River is a nice town, but far from the quaint and idyllic little burgs we're used to seeing on TV.

    Corner Gas is produced in association with CTV by Prairie Pants Production, comprised of Virginia Thompson of Vérité Films (Incredible Story Studio) and Three Thirty-Five Productions Inc., a
    partnership of Brent Butt and David Storey.


    As of September, 2008 Corner Gas averages 1.5 million viewers each week making it the hottest homegrown comedy on International television

    Memorable Word From "Corner Gas" 

    "Staycation"

    DETAILS: Brent is on a ... staycation ... sitting in front of Corner Gas imagining he's somewhere else.

    Lacey Burrows: "I need an explanation... Well, you, you at least need to talk to me, because it's just plain rude to just sit there and ..."

    Brent LeRoy: Dear Lacey: I hope this post card finds you well.

    Lacey Burrows: "What are you doing?"

    Brent LeRoy: I've spent the last few days in Aruba.

    Lacey Burrows: "What, you're a verbal post card now?"

    Brent LeRoy: As I'm not in Dog River right now, I can't speak to you directly. I know this must seem foolish to you, but I've never been one to bow to peer pressure... well, except for when I had that cigarette in high school... and wearing rugby pants in the eighties. I don't know... Anyway, I wish you were here in person so I could tell you this directly.

    Lacey Burrows: "I am there. I mean, I'm here. You're here."

    Brent LeRoy: I must sign off now. We're about to land in Madrid and Kyle, our flight attendant, has demanded I put my table tray in its upright position. He's a saucy one! See you soon. Hola! Brent.

    (This is something I lifted from "IMDd - Memorable Quotes for "Corner Gas.")

    CORNER GAS

    Corner Gas is Back
    Monday Nights on
    CTV
    and
    Saturday Nights on
    The Comedy Network

    CORNER GAS - Season 6 now showing on: 

    CTV & the Comedy Channel

    We're Back

    CORNER GAS is Back!
    Canada's hit comedy series has started its
    Sixth and Final Season.


    CORNER GAS has returned with 19 new episodes in this final season, on CTV and The Comedy Network.

    Catch new episodes of CORNER GAS as they air. Monday evenings on CTV you can see all of your favorite Dog Riverites in action once more.

    Be a part of history and be there!

    CORNER GAS - Season Six - Episode: 2 

    Photo only

    CORNER GAS 

    Episode 3

    NOW MOVED - Corner Gas Season Six 

    Aired Nov. 10, 2008

    The air conditioner breaks in Corner Gas on the hottest day of the year. Karen and Davis win the meat lottery.

    I've decided that Season Six had to have it's own special section. It is the final season for 'Corner Gas' and, so far, has proved to be up to the excellent standard of comedy we have come to expect. I have posted a few of the photos here just to get your attention. (bad of me, I know)

    I have posted a link to the Corner Gas Episode Guide at the end of this lens.

    Official Press Release 

    Corner Gas creator and star Brent Butt, on behalf of Prairie Pants Productions, announced that the series will come to an end following the conclusion of its sixth season. Production on the final 19 new episodes, to be broadcast in 2008-2009 on CTV and The Comedy Network, is now complete. The series' finale will air sometime in Spring, 2009.
    CORNER GAS,Canada's Number One comedy, enters the last year of production.

    If you miss any of the series Brent has assured us that there will be reruns.

    Comments from Brent Butt
    "It's a very difficult decision, but the right decision, and one I felt I had to make," said Brent Butt, who is also a writer, director and executive producer of the series. "When I told CTV about my decision, they made it clear that they were keen to do more seasons. They didn't want it to end yet. But for the good of the show, I wanted to exit gracefully, on top of our game, when we're at our prime -- because that's how I want viewers to remember Corner Gas: at its very best."

    Comments of Susanne Boyce 

    President, Creative, Content and Channels, CTV Inc.

    "This is not goodbye, it's see you later." Brent and his team have accomplished something that has never been achieved before. They said it couldn't be done, but Corner Gas did it anyway. The series has paved the way for other Canadian productions by proving that if you make great TV, Canadians will watch.

    Butt will continue to develop projects for CTV and The Comedy Network as production wraps on the finale season of Corner Gas.

    A Holiday In My Head 

    My favorite Corner Gas YouTube

    If the above dialogue left you a little confused, maybe this GREAT YouTube will explain "Staycation" for you.

    Corner Gas Music Video

    A "Holiday in my Head" music video of clips from Corner Gas! Kinda hard to make, as Corner Gas uses mostly verbal jokes, but it didn't turn out too bad. Hope you like it! Edit: Now in Higher Quality! Edit 2: Thanks for all the compliments! Glad you liked it!

    Runtime: 3:06
    6974 views
    10 Comments:

    powered by YouTube

    "Anytime" Gifts 

    For "Everybody" People

    For some, next month is holiday season, and there's always the same question - what to give the person who has everything?
    ORIGINALS of course! Will's online store has a wide array of nifty gift ideas, go check them out at the Photo-Drama online store. OR perhaps the one of your affections would like a framed photograph of her town, country, *cloud formation*? In that case have a look at the thousands of original photographs, talented Will Borden has on line at www.willborden.com .

    Fine Art Prints & New Digital Designs 

    by Will Borden

    CafePress is:
    A popular Design-it-yourself network online. Will has teamed up with CafePress so that you may choose from a wide variety of products decorated with his original photographs and digital art. You get to pick.

    Offered:
    Clothing for the entire family, framed prints, calendars, greeting & note cards, journals, mugs & steins, tileware and gift items. Please scroll down to view just a few samples.

    Watch for:
    Will's original designs such as "Fish Cave", "Leo Lion", "Baby Elephant" and the colorful "Ozzie & Olive Ostrich" which are now featured in the "Bouncing Babies" section.

    Have a look at Will's CafePress Site: Photo-Drama

    Great advice 

    PhotobucketThis is without a doubt the best idea I've seen, for those on a staycation!!!

    Card section coming up next.



    " Always keep several get well cards on the mantel..... so if unexpected guests arrive, they will think you've been sick and unable to clean."

    Greeting & Note Cards 

    by Will Borden

    Greeting cards are a great way to express yourself and to keep in touch with friends. A personal note on a beautiful card will make a lasting impression.

    Available in your choice of high quality paper stock.

    Joie de Vivre Greeting Cards (Pk of 10)

    A warm, loving image greets the person who receives this card.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    Icy Sunset Greeting Cards (Pk of 10)

    Looking from the inside .. out on a cold sunny day can give you a nice cozy feeling.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    Bee & Harebells Greeting Cards (Pk of 10)

    Just one of the Bee Series of beautiful summertime cards.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    Coastline Greeting Cards (Pk of 10)

    A beautiful card to send to one you love.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    Renaissance Greeting Cards (Pk of 10)

    This is a masterpiece! Send it OR frame it.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

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    Corner Gas Milestones 

    Do you remember when?

    June 3, 2003 -- Production begins on Season 1 of Corner Gas.

    Jan. 22, 2004 -- 1.15 million viewers tune in to the Corner Gas series premiere, Ruby Reborn.

    Oct. 1, 2005 -- Finland becomes the first of 26 countries around the world to purchase the show for broadcast outside of Canada.

    Oct. 31, 2005 -- Prime Minister Paul Martin makes cameo appearance on Corner Gas, attracting a record audience of 2.2 million viewers. Other Canadian personalities who have appeared on the show over the years include Prime Minister Stephen Harper, former governor general Adrienne Clarkson, Pamela Wallin, Darryl Sittler, Travis Moen, Colin James, Jann Arden, The Tragically Hip, Lloyd Robertson and Ben Mulroney.

    Sept. 23, 2007 -- Brent Butt throws the opening pitch at Cubs vs. Pirates game in Chicago to promote Corner Gas in the U.S.

    Oct. 28, 2007 -- Corner Gas takes home three Gemini Awards.

    Dec. 12, 2007 -- Corner Gas becomes available for purchase on iTunes.

    April 10, 2008 -- Brent Butt announces that Corner Gas will end at the conclusion of Season Six in 2009.

    Oct. 13, 2008 -- Season 6 - the last season starts.

    2009 Calendars on sale now! 

    by Will Borden

    Keeping track of important dates (Corner Gas episodes) on your calendar is easy when you can view 12 months of inspiring images that reflect your personal interests.

    2009 SAND & SEA Wall Calendar

    This is one of many, beautiful, Twelve Month Calendars.
    For the home or office.
    A Will Borden original photo on each page.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    2009 Beautiful CANNON BEACH Wall Calendar

    If you've never been to Cannon Beach you've really missed something! Having this calendar to look at all year is the next best thing to being there.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    2009 KIDS CORNER Wall Calendar

    If I had young children, this would very definitely be hanging in their bedroom or better yet, in their playroom. Help them to know how to keep track of days, months and years with their very own fun calendar.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    2009 ORCHARD Wall Calendar

    Blossoms to harvest, all year around with this beautiful Orchard calendar.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    2009 SHOWCASE Wall Calendar

    Want a calendar that is bright and beautiful? Well, this is the one for you.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

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    For a closer look at the front page of the calendar and the photo for each month click on the link.

    2009 SUNSETS Wall Calendar

    Do you love to sit and watch a sunset? Well, this may very well be the calendar you've been looking for.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    2009 CLOUD NINE Wall Calendar

    Clouds are a fascinating phenomina. Good for daydreaming ... see a dog in that one?

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    2009 SHOWTIME Wall Calendar

    Start every month with a special photo taken with you in mind. One of my favorite calendars.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    2009 WILDFLOWERS Wall Calendar

    Love wildflowers? Have wildflowers blooming all year around.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    2009 "ROSES ROSES" Wall Calendar

    Here is a calendar for our Grandma. She loves roses! If you love roses, you'll love this calendar.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

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    Calendars on sale here 

    2009 is fast approaching

    If you are anything like me, I have to have a calendar in every room in the house (except the washrooms). I hope that you will find one you like from the selection I am supplying here.

    All photos are taken by the well know photographer Will Borden.

    2009 WILDLIFE Wall Calendar

    If you are fascinated by wildlife you will enjoy this calendar.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    2009 SEASONAL Wall Calendar

    Oh, I love this calendar. Every season has it's beauty.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    2009 TULIP SHOW Wall Calendar

    Are tulips your flower? Have a look at this superduper tulip calendar.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    2009 GRAND CANYON Wall Calendar

    This calendar may bring back memories of "Grand" travel, or inspire you to take a well earned vacation.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    2009 COLORMAX Wall Calendar

    Guaranteed to brighten any dismal day. Colormax is the MAX in color.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

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    Haven't found that perfect calendar yet ? Well, here's a few more to choose from.

    2009 FOOTPRINTS Wall Calendar

    Do you like a variety? This calendar has beautiful photos of birds, flowers, deserts, sunsets and more.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    2009 BEES Wall Calendar

    Yummy flowers with busy little bees.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    2009 HEARTLAND Wall Calendar

    Hearts, hearts, hearts. Buy this for someone you love.

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

    2009 SYMPHONY Vertical Wall Calendar

    Well named, Symphony. A wide variety of beautiful photos.

    Price: 22.99 Buy Now

    High Seas Calendar Print

    Do you know someone who loves boats? This is the calendar for him/her.

    Price: 7.99 Buy Now

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    Infant & Baby Products 

    by Will Borden

    Eeewww Baby, Baby!!! A nice variety of clothing, toys and other products designed especially for that new "bundle of joy". Mumma would welcome any of these as a gift.

    Bouncing Baby Bib

    A variety of colorful Infant & Babies designs bring cheer to our young one's world.

    Price: 9.99 Buy Now

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    "To A Rose" Mug & Tile 

    by Will Borden

    The perfect size mug for your favorite morning beverage or late night brew. Large, easy-grip handle. Treat yourself or give as a gift to someone special.


    Here is one of hundreds of mugs available in Will's site.
    Photo-Drama

    (1) To A Rose Mug

    This colorful mug can be purchased with a matching coaster, tile box or framed tile. Create a perfect gift set by combining four matching coasters in a matching tile box with four matching mugs or steins.

    Price: 15.99 Buy Now

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    Masterpiece Mugs 

    by Joie

    If you can't find the perfect mug at Photo-Drama please go to Mug Mania Plus!

    Joie has some beauties. Here is a sample.

    "A Woman Reading" - Mug

    Everyone can afford an art masterpiece!

    Price: 15.99 Buy Now

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    Stars of "Corner Gas" 

    Home of "Staycation"

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    BRENT BUTT as Brent Leroy
    Creator, Writer,
    Producer & Director

    Brent Butt was born and raised in the small farming town of Tisdale, Saskatchewan. As the youngest of seven children, one does what one can to be noticed, and at an early age Brent discovered that being funny was a good way to get and hold people's attention. When he was 12 years old, he watched a stand-up comic on television. He immediately marched up to his mother and said "I'm going to be a comedian." She replied, "Fine, could you do it outside?"
    Brent's Comment:
    "I love what I do. It's just like having coffee only now it's with a thousand or so people at a time."


    GABRIELLE MILLER as Lacey Burrows
    The locals of Dog River, Saskatchewan instantly suspect the worst when big city girl Lacey, inherits her aunt's roadside coffee shop. Will the dark haired beauty turn the town hangout into a gentrified coffee cafe, or worse still, close it down? Lacey's move to Dog River brings her into a world far removed from downtown Toronto.

    NANCY ROBERTSON as Wanda Dollard
    Nancy Robertson always knew what she wanted to do with her life. From putting on plays in her neighbour's yard to getting kicked out of the school library for performing for the amusement of classmates, Nancy knew she wanted to act.

    LORNE CARDINAL as Davis Quinton
    Senior police officer Davis Quinton is no small town cop. He doesn't take his position in the community lightly and his civic duty often leads to drastic measures like the first Dog River Police ride-along. Keeping his rookie' cop in line can be trying at times, but luckily there's new equipment to try out and townspeople to protect.

    JANET WRIGHT as Emma Leroy
    Veteran Vancouver actress Janet Wright plays "Emma," the long-suffering wife of "Oscar" (Eric Peterson) and mother to Brent Butt's character "Brent Leroy." She is the glue that holds this unusual family together.

    ERIC PETERSON as Oscar Leroy
    Eric Peterson brings "Oscar Leroy" to life, the curmudgeon father of Brent Butt's "Brent Leroy." Oscar has decided he's earned a little down time and has passed the responsibility of running the family business on to his son, Brent. That leaves Oscar loads of time to drive his wife Emma (Janet Wright) to her wits end, while telling Brent how to run the gas station.

    FRED EWANUICK as Hank Yarbo
    Fred's character "Hank" is not dumb by any means, just a little different. A guy who thinks Pilates has something to do with the guy who killed Jesus, and suspects every big city person has an ulterior motive, "Hank" is not wrong all the time. He's "Brent Leroy's" best bud, and somewhat of a ladies man, in his own mind.

    TARA SPENCER-NAIRN as Karen Pelly
    Using your photo radar gun to check out how fast the birds are flying is just one of the ways to kill time while keeping the peace in Dog River. Tara Spencer-Nairn joins fellow actor Lorne Cardinal ("Davis") to make up Dog River's two-person police force. Television has not seen a team of peacekeepers like this since the days of Toody and Muldoone (Car 54 Where are You?)

    There you have it, the Stars of Corner Gas. What a fun bunch!

    ***Want to see how "Blogs are born?" Scroll down to enjoy a "YouTube" clip of "Corner Gas."***

    "Blue Rose" Women's Apparel 

    by Will Borden

    Original photos & designs on an extensive collection of women's apparel.
    Wide variety of styles, colors and sizes.

    Blue Rose Women's Cap Sleeve T-Shirt

    Get into sporty, stylin' casual comfort with a Women's Cap Sleeve Raglan. Looks great on the go or just hangin' out. Made of 100% combed ring-spun cotton that gets even softer with each washing. Can be purchased in Sizes SM - XXL

    Price: 20.99 Buy Now

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    "High Life" Men's Apparel 

    by Will Borden

    An appealing selection of photos & designs on a terrific selection of men's apparel in a variety of colors and sizes.

    High Life Ringer T

    This Ringer T is a popular favorite. This classic style is sure to impress even the most discerning t-shirt connoisseur with an eye for retro-coolness. Great for relaxing in comfort year-round. Can be purchased in Sizes SM - 2X

    Price: 19.99 Buy Now

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    Journals 

    by Will Borden

    Note the moment, look to the future and remember the past in a practical & colorful journal with original designs and photographs by Will Borden.

    I've ordered quite a few of these - they are handy for making Squidoo notes. (There were so many designs that I liked, it was difficult for me to decide on just one.)


    They come with lines or without (your choice).

    (25) Journal

    Scribble important stuff - lyrics, recipes, addresses, and more. This Wire-O bound, 160 page journal measures 5" x 8", a handy on-the-go size to fit in your backpack. Go creative and let the muse flow.
    Back cover made of thin black flexible textured plastic, measures 16/1000" thick.
    Front cover made of 12pt glossy paper, coated for scratch resistance.

    Price: 12.99 Buy Now

    (1) Journal

    Wouldn't this be a nice little journal to keep account of your garden information. When to plant, prune, 1st cuttings, etc.

    Price: 12.99 Buy Now

    (8) Journal

    Going on a cruise? This is a great little book for you to keep track of all the exciting events as you go.

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    (16) Journal

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    How blogs are born 

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    15 "primers" here for you to view.
    (After you have viewed the main Video, click below on the primers to view them.)
    They are CORNER GAS funny!!

    How Blogs Are Born

    Scene from Corner Gas shows how Blogs Are Born

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    Dog River auction 

    Win Stuff

    A hearty welcome to Dog River Auction where you can spend your Dog River Dollars by bidding weekly on props and other collectible items right from the Corner Gas set. These are one (or a few) of a kind, and only available through the Dog River Auction.

    To find out more, check out the Win Stuff Grain Elevator. click here

    To view this week's items up for bid, check out the Auction. click here

    To view last week's item and see who had the winning bid, view History. click here

    In order to participate you must be a registered member of the CORNER GAS web site.

    There will be an auction every week that a new episode of Corner Gas season 5 airs. Each week that the auction runs, at 11.59 PM EST Monday night the person with the highest bid on each item is the winner, and will be notified by email.

    There are lots and lots of gak coming to the auction over the season! At any time you can join the auction to bid, follow the current auction, or just see who was last week's winner.

    But don't forget, Dog River Dollars are like life. You can spend them any way you want, but you can only spend them once. Well, after you spend them you can start over again, so technically that's not really true, but still, use them wisely!

    Contagious Fortune 

    The Dog River dollar

    Lacey introduced the concept of Dog River money to the town. Lacey had suspicions over the illegal duplication of Dog River money.

    And speaking of the Dog River Auction
    The Dog River Dollar is now up for grabs. Finally all the Dog River Auction bidders who were successful in bidding on a Dog River Dollar will see why they are such a high-demand prop.

    Contests, quiz and more..... 

    How to - Collect Dog River dollars to spend at the auction

    To collect Dog River Dollars you can:

    Test your skills at Combine Racing.
    This is where the big bucks live, each week that Corner Gas airs there will be combine racing, with Dog River Dollars awarded to the highest scores. First place is 30,000 DRDs all the way down to 1000 for 30th place. So get warmed up. click here

    Play the Quiz
    Each week that Corner Gas airs there will be a series of Quiz Questions, posted in 'The Howler', that relate to th