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Rick LeCouteur
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 2, 20242 min read
Uncle Andy's Magical Mintie Hat: A tale of sweet surprises
When we were young, magic seemed to be all around us, but nowhere was it more tangible than around my Uncle Andy and his seemingly...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 1, 20242 min read
Discovering Havana: A Journey Through Time
Havana in 2011 was a city that felt like a time capsule, unyielding to the modern winds sweeping across the globe. It was a place where...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 31, 20242 min read
Lost in Translation: Veterinary lectures in Japan
In the summer of 1988, I had the unique opportunity to travel to Japan for the first time. A land steeped in ancient culture and modern...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 31, 20242 min read
Around the World with Hei Hei: A grandparent's tale of magical deception
In the spirit of creating magical memories and sparking the imagination of my granddaughter, I embarked on a playful journey with none...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 30, 20242 min read
Surviving Our Youth: A reckless leap at Elora Quarry
Standing at the precipice of Elora Quarry’s infamous 40-foot cliff, the wind whispered warnings that we were too young and foolish to...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 30, 20242 min read
A Half-Century Later: From road signs to reunions
Embarking on a journey into the world of veterinary science often conjures images of textbooks, clinical rotations, and meticulous...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 28, 20242 min read
Lost in Tokyo: A night of chaos, kindness, and cultural lessons
Imagine wandering through the vibrant streets of Tokyo, the city alive with the buzz of excitement, when suddenly, you find yourself lost...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 27, 20243 min read
From Seinfeld to Shushuku: A George Costanza moment in a Japanese ryokan
Have you ever found yourself in a comedic debacle straight out of a sitcom, only to realize life's punchlines transcend languages? Join...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 24, 20242 min read
Lessons from Down Under: The bunyip in my childhood (#1)
"Get home before dark or the bunyip will get you!" "Stay away from the banks of the creek or the bunyip will get you!" One of the stories...
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