Resilience
I’ve been working with this idea of Resilience after a traumatic event in my family recently. If you were to ask me previously how I would have defined this word, I would have said something [...]
Rhubarb Love – Fillet of Sole With Rhubarb & Rhubarb Quick Bread Recipes
Lately we have been enjoying a lot of rhubarb, an old timey fruit-like vegetable that is easily both savory and sweet. I made a lovely poundcake with vanilla-poached rhubarb for my fiancé last [...]
Swimsuits Required – Power, Culture, and Safety
This season Hollyhock implemented a new swimsuit policy in the hot tubs. Hollyhock CEO, Peter Wrinch, reflects on the change. The hot-tubs at Hollyhock hold a special place in the hearts of many [...]
On vulnerability, transparency, and accountability – musings of a new CEO
Oh the joy of being a CEO. What should I focus on? How should fill my days? Should I get into the weeds? Should I focus on the traditional pieces of the work (strategy, program, finance, [...]
Everyday Cake
I love an everyday cake. Not necessarily a cake that you eat every single day—just one that you could, and one that doesn’t require much fanfare or intense grocery shopping. One that you can whip [...]
Cortes Island Wetland and Wildlife Corridor Further Protected by New Conservation Covenant
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 48-acre campus of Hollyhock Leadership Learning Centre now under permanent protection The Land Conservancy of B.C. (TLC) and Hollyhock Leadership Learning Centre (Hollyhock) [...]
“Clean out the Fridge” Roast Veggies
Feature photo credit: Oatmeal with a fork I made this hack last night, as it was time to clean out the veggie drawer. I had wanted to go to the store and pick up a fresh batch of veggies, but my [...]