Some days work isn’t the first thing you want to rush out and do. As Will Rogers is quoted as saying, “Even if you are on the right track, you will get run over if you just sit there.” So,… Read more
A Story
Wooden Boat Festival
Sun-warmed, yet invigorated by the chatter of people and the dulcet sounds of a saxophone played by a gentleman in a gold hued Hawaiian shirt, and the glistening waters of the bay, we wondered why it has taken years to… Read more
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Sunday sunday
It was a wonderfully sunny day. For Heidi’s afternoon walk, I had decided to head down to the marina. The sun shone so intensely the water appeared unnaturally blue, nearly indigo. The gulls and Brandt Geese were restless. (and the… Read more
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postcards from here …
Kayaker – Qualicum Beach, BC cats on the fence, ‘downtown’ Qualicum Beach, BC a man and his dogs, Qualicum Beach, BC clock tower and carillon bells – – salmon fountain, town centre Qualicum Beach the lookout boys “all wrapped up”… Read more
Books Diane Recommends, General
and then
Arms stretching, reaching as if grasping for that smear of sky the colour of someone’s baby blues. Inhaling the salty air clothed with sweet wet cedar. Juncos, chickadees, and their avian relatives flit, flutter, chirp and call. One more deep breath to… Read more
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At the Marina
Last month (I told you I’d need to do some catching up) I joined some other Newcomers on a little photo field trip to our local marina. It was a great opportunity to see a few things in a different… Read more
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Canada Day
The reason I haven’t been posting is because I’m struggling with a bad flu (yes, again). Today is Canada Day so a big shout out to all my Canadian neighbours! Enjoy the day spent outdoors away from the computer. See… Read more