Moments – Campbell River, Vancouver Island, British Columbia

Flowers I am by no means an expert on flowers. I have no idea what most of these beauties are called – except for the thistles, hydrangeas and pink dogwood tree – that really isn’t a flower – but flowers! Deer These gentle animals wander around into yards, along the side of streets, everywhere… as…

Soaring Above COVID-19. Beautiful Moments – Vancouver Island, British Columbia

Beautiful Moments Beyond COVID-19 These COVID-19 days are impossible to get respite from as our very way of life has adapted in an effort to minimize the spread of the virus. There is, however, beauty all around me on Vancouver Island. I can catch my breath while feeling gratitude for its awe-inspiring scenery. S, ❤️

Halifax to Campbell River – March Break and Beyond as a Result of the COVID-19 Pandemic

March Break – 14th-22nd For March Break, I traveled with our dog Pooh Bear from Nova Scotia to Vancouver Island, British Columbia to be with my husband Michael, who is readying our home to put on the market. The talk of the virus was everywhere during my flights. I washed my hands so many times…

Snowboarding – Mount Washington Alpine Resort, Vancouver Island, British Columbia

Mount Washington Alpine Ski Resort Mount Washington, located on the eastern edge of the Vancouver Island Ranges, is home to Mount Washington Alpine Ski Resort. Michael and I went for an afternoon visit. Michael, a seasoned snowboard and myself a very avid beginner, hit the slopes for an afternoon of fun! I spent my time…

Campbell River, Vancouver Island – Busy Few Days!

Our time in Campbell River was spent working on Michael’s house.  There were a few visits with friends – but we were working during the days into the evenings to improve the property.  It was nice as Michael and I worked together, a nice foreshadow of us working together to build our retirement home in…

Campbell River, Vancouver Island – Running the Pool Table!

Since I was a young woman, in my early twenties – I’ve ALWAYS loved playing a game of pool.  The best is in a pub, having a few beverages and laying a loonie on the table to wait for a turn.  My secret dream was, for once, to run the table for a few games….

Campbell River, Vancouver Island – Michael’s Coming Home

Michael walked me through his life of 40 some years in Campbell River……. Along the shore… His home where he raised his children, on Pinecrest Road. Michael made that sign many years ago that is still there!! So many eagles…. Michael is co-owner of the Rans Coyote S6 airplane, that has been tucked away in…