Living

While we still seem to be lacking an abundance of sunshine, there is no doubt that spring is finally here. The landscape is rapidly greening up, with early blooming flowers adding highlights of colour.

Suffering from hay fever, allergies and asthma is no fun. Spring brings lots of patients to my office in search of relief from hay fever symptoms.

Oral storytelling is an important part of capturing the texture of history. It allows us to luxuriate in the small details and forgotten phrases that often slip away.

Mother's Day is almost here and many of us are still looking for some inspiration. Well, let me make a few suggestions. There's scientific proof now that flowers and plants not only make people happy but they are also therapeutic.

Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities' three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.

Do you like the great outdoors? You might also like reading about others' adventures in the wilderness.

Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities' three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.

Looking for a simple but fast cover-up to screen an old fence or wall, an unsightly building or a nosy neighbour? Why not make good use of some interesting and attractive vines.

The opening ceremonies for Port Coquitlam's 88th May Day take place Friday, April 29 at the rec centre on Wilson Avenue.

Nothing is better than curling up with a good book, except curling up with a good book and a great piece of music on the stereo (and maybe a glass of wine). A good book can not only paint vivid pictures in your head but can fill your ears with song.