c.v. gauthier

@elightkeeper

Author of a trilogy of coming-of-age cozy mystery historical adventures. Ya, genre-fluid. I’m basically Walden without the pond. Books, guitars, dogs and life on this precious blue dot. Pacific Northwest 🇨🇦 cvgauthier.com

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c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Apr 15

It’s happening here as well.

Picture of a bag of Starbucks coffee beans beside a set of cutting knives. A note on the bag reads, “The knives are out. Why not use one?”

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Apr 10

This is my 12 yr old dude. He was born deaf. When I got him, a few people said “why would you choose a deaf dog?” Truth is, he chose me. That’s what they do.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Mar 29

Hi Troy. I’m more invisible than struggling… 🤔 “Charlee LeBeau & The Gambler’s Promise” is a fast-paced coming-of-age story set in 1858 Sonoma and San Francisco. Featuring a headstrong female, this debut novel won the Whistler Independent Book Award in 2020. Available on the usual platforms.

The Charlee LeBeau Historical Adventures is a trilogy of coming-of-age stories. Book 1 is Charlee LeBeau & The Gambler’s Promise”. The cover shows Charlee on horseback with old San Francisco in the distance. The covers of Books 2 and 3 are shown as well.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Jan 18

On the turntable this morning: Johnny Guitar Watson “A Real Mother For Ya” 1977 🎸

Vinyl record cover for Johnny Guitar Watson 1977. The album is named after the title track, A Real Mother For Ya”. On the cover, he is pictured with his electric guitar in a homemade limo-style cart, being pushed by his real mom.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Dec 25

A little jazz noodling on Christmas Eve. My performance put the guy in the front row to sleep. Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Dec 21

Happy Winter Solstice! Soggy day on the Pacific West Coast, but nothing a warm glass of Wassail can’t fix.

A glass of Wassail on a table—a warm apple drink with oranges, cinnamon, cloves and spices. A little
little white Jack Russell looks on from a cozy chair.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Dec 10

Fabulous evening in Vancouver last night listening to Margaret Atwood. She is funny, wicked smart and the most influential writer in my life. #vancouverwritersfestival #Canadianlegend

Margaret Atwood leaves the stage of The Orpheum accompanied by journalist and interviewer Carol Off.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Nov 11

I concur. My latte art this morning. Self-portrait, obv.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Oct 2

I love those. Classic gear! A colleague of mine made these for me. I still have them twenty years later although I’ve lost touch with her…

Cozy handmade wool socks with blue, yellow and green bands of colour.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Sep 30

What’s your sign? Outlining a dire consequence along with the usual warning seems a bit harsh. Made me want to jump, if I’m honest.

Sign says, “No jumping in Elevator Or You Will Be Trapped”.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Aug 31

The sky was torn tonight. But a rip in the façade is also where the truth finds its light.

The sky before sunset, where a cloud front moving in forms a distinct line against the blue sky. Silhouette buildings on a waterfront are in the foreground

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Jun 20

Quote a record that you found in your parent’s collection when you were young.

Cover of The Ink Spots record from the 1950s

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Apr 29

Ever get the cold shoulder from your dog when you get home from a trip? My boy had nothing short of fun summer camp, and yet I got total stink eye when I came in the door.😆 #dogs

Little white dog, curled up on his cushion, looking sideways at the camera in disgust.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Apr 27

Got to hear Systur sing live last night in a quaint pub in Reykjavik. Love them! Nothing like live music in a beautiful local setting. #icelandwritersretreat

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Apr 24

A moment of peace and serenity, brought to you by Mother Earth, courtesy of the beautiful and unforgettable country of Iceland.

Water rushes over the majestic Gullfoss Waterfalls in Iceland.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Feb 25

A 🇨🇦 beaver, member of our elite special forces (Fraser River Battalion), is observed on a rare daylight training mission.

After gnawing on a live tree for two nights, a beaver returns to the scene of the crime. City staff had to cut the tree down before it toppled. Fraser River, BC

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Feb 8

Canada. Our true north strong and free. We stand on guard for thee.

Cool blue sky, cold black waters, frothy white clouds and sea foam. A winter afternoon view of the pristine Sunshine Coast and Jervis Inlet from aboard a BC ferry.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Feb 5

Same. So many crazy bits of news and then… “here are some nice mushrooms”. Thank you for moments of peace and grace. Here are some nice mushrooms, back at you, but I don’t know what kind they are.

A family of orange-yellow mushrooms makes a home in the hollow of an alder tree.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Jan 26

#everythingisawful so I took this sunset picture by the river and it is so pretty

Pink and orange sunset over fishing boats on the Fraser River, BC

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Jan 24

I’m no marketing expert, but I don’t get the logic here.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Jan 24

If you see this post, quote with a bridge from your gallery.

Lights from the Cambie Bridge reflect on the waters of False Creek, Vancouver, BC. Taken at dusk, January, 2015.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Jan 12

A dramatic sunset on the river in Steveston tonight. Wishing you a peaceful evening, wherever you may be.

Flaming orange sky at sunset behind the silhouette of an old boathouse and pier. Fraser River, Steveston, BC

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Jan 10

To everyone watching the devastating #LAfires from somewhere safe: When you have to flee a disaster zone, you are on your own. You may have little time to evacuate and it will likely be chaotic. If you live in a place vulnerable to fire, floods and earthquakes, do you have your GoBag ready?

A home-assembled GoBag. Contains over 50 items (eg. crank radio, flashlight, whistle, batteries, emergency food, water, meds, first aid, cash, documents, clothing, phone charger, etc) Contents will sustain two people and one pet for at least 72 hours.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Dec 29

My coffee is exceptional this morning. ( I may have elevated the experience with my mug choice.)

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Dec 25

My contribution to holiday dinner. I made way too many cabbage rolls for a small gathering, but that’s what mom would have done. We lost her a long time ago, but her tradition remains. 🙏🏼

Oven dish containing two dozen cabbage rolls, known as “golabki”in Poland and “holubtsi” in Ukraine. Smothered in tomato sauce and baked to perfection. My mom’s recipe. 😋

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Dec 25

Happy holidays from Cory and Santa! May you find peace and joy in whatever you do today. Merry Christmas!

White, rough-coat Jack Russell beside an evergreen-bough Santa at Desolation Sound, BC

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Dec 13

I can relate to this way too much.

Stack of Amanda Cross mysteries, in the reading queue.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Dec 13

My original Aloe is having the life sucked out of her by this embedded offspring. Note the little side pup. She’s produced so many. What do you think is going on here? I’m thinking I should separate it.

Aloe plant with strong, green core and older, yellowing branches.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Dec 9

An obscure mystery series that I stumbled upon back in the 90s: A quirky blend of urban snobbery, high-brow literary references, and dry humor.

c.v. gauthier@elightkeeper· Dec 7

It’s time for all the “unmatched coffee mug” people to come forward. (Maybe I’ll even create a starter pack.) Behold this morning’s mug and my personal rainy morning favourite. #cbcradio