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October
Don’t get me wrong. We’re still enjoying mild, sunny days interspersed with injections of the damp drizzles (or downpours) that give BC our glorious greenery. In our area of the province, many of the leaves that have already danced away from their respective trees did so as a result of the hot, dry summer we enjoyed.
Here, though, is a preview of what we can soon expect in many parts of our country. The maple leaf appears in red on Canada’s flag, but you can find it in a number of sizes and hues. Happy October, everyone.
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Two for Tea
What do you do with what were once everyday houeshold items when you – or your parents – downsize?
Well, in some cases, you pass the keepsakes on to younger family members who may have practical or sentimental use for them. Evocative of another era, and Mum enjoying a bit of tea with our grandmother or with artist (and practically family member) Marjorie Nazer and her daschunds Lovey and Lobelia, these teacups made their way to our home for the latter reason, as I’m one of those unusual people who simply don’t care for the beverage.
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Game of Chance
In what might be inferred as a commentary on escalating real estate markets, this wheel of fortune was front and centre in a local shop window on the weekend.
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Day’s End
Walking home from the beach a few nights ago, the setting sun gentle on the shoulder, I was compelled to turn back for one last look – and found it appeared almost as though the sun was boring a path amidst the greenery of this quiet side street.
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Setting the Tone
… for an evening of dance, drama and romantic splendour. We’re back at the Palais Garnier, also known as the Paris Opera House, where the lighting does justice to the gorgeous ceiling above the audience.
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Not-so-Rapid Transit
I love the proximity of the heron to kayakers such as this one, who was able to enjoy gliding by this fine feathered fellow while also in the scope of international freighters and able to enjoy the mountains and other great views all ’round.
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Walking on Water
Skimboarding is popular in Vancouver, where you’ll find people ranging from little kids to boomers enjoying the sun and water.
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Taking Flight
Today, I’m bringing you another couple of looks at a very fine, feathered friend.
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Spanish Banks Stroll
It won’t come as a surprise to regulars that I enjoy much about local beaches, including the herons and eagles. In the past, heron have carried on fishing with me as close as 12 feet/just shy of five meters but today, with the tide out, this heron was good enough to let me come within literally feet and bring away ridiculously close images.
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Inside, Looking Out
While many flock to the Louvre, itching to get in and soak up the images, sculptures and – for me – tiles, ancient pottery and the architecture in general, I also enjoy looking out. Here are a couple of images from our visit to the Louvre this summer.
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