Foggy day

It was pretty foggy for most of the day. Temperatures are still above normal and will continue into the week.

I spoke with my Dad today in Barrie ON where they have had over 2 feet of snow so far this fall.

Big job!

Some friends were taking this out of their garden and were looking for a good home for it. We willingly obliged. Trista and Clayton lent a hand as this thing was HEAVY.

Pulled out a much smaller Viburnum to make room.

It's new home.

Ski Season is open at Whistler

You may get the idea we ski all of the time. Not so (although it would be nice). At current prices, it is only a few times a season.

First frosty morning

I trust this is just the start, but no complaints, it has been quite mild this fall and we are back into double digits for this coming weekend.

Happy Birthday Clayton !!!

17 Years old - Wow!

BC Summer Games 2004 Abbotsford

Happy Birthday to our youngest child. We love you very much and wish you the Lord's blessing on your life.

Hawaii 2005

Hawaii 2005

Mexico 2008

Mexico 2008

Short lived Sunday ride

Rueb and I got about a kilometer from our home and my rear tire blew. We will try again next Sunday. It has been a lovely weekend with temperatures in the low teens on Saturday and pushing 10 degrees today with sunshine. The evenings have been cool dropping to about 2 degrees overnight.

Good bye to the Red Rocket

It has served us well since 1994.

Sunday drive up island

A view from the Malahat above the fogAnother great shopping destination up island. The Sun the Moon and Stars is located on the northern edge of Parksville on the scenic route through town. If you want unique, one of a kind items, you have to stop in. From old collectible record albums, to jewelery and native art to clothing and most things inbetween. Great prices and excellent customer service.

*Disclaimer: Debra's sister Linda and her beau Mark are the proprietors

The store has a good selection of very hard to find memorabilia.

Sunny Saturday morning

Gorge waterway from Craigflower Bridge

One of the many historical spots along the Gorge

OK, so it is actually taking a picture without realizing it rather than an "Artsy shot"

Debra has been contracted to redesign the gardens for this property in the Gorge. She was referred by a very satisfied client.

Remembrance Day

Lest we forget

The Bean Counter

If you are ever driving up island and are in the vicinity of Deep Bay/Bowser, drop in at The Bean Counter in Magnolia Court for excellent coffee, sandwiches and soup. Next door you will find the Lighthouse Gift store and with so much interesting merchandise, you will not leave empty handed.

* Disclaimer: Debra's brother and sister in law (Ron and Corinne) are the proprietors of the Lighthouse Gift store and The Bean Counter.

At Mom and Dad R's

Deep Bay

Chrome Island

The boat from the beach. This has been a labour of love.

The inside is pretty much done, just some sanding and varnish to go.

Surprise vist to Ron and Corinne's

It was a nice surprise and we had the chance to celebrate a few birthdays (Corinne, Mom and John).

Nature photos on our trip up island

Near Whippletree Junction

Whippletree Junction (Island Highway)

Parksville Beach

Deep Bay

Trista and Suzanne's trip to Sidney

"I'm just sittin' at the dock of the bay..."

Thanks to Suzanne for the great picture.

Random Photo

Recent Georgia conflict - rockets heading for South Ossetia

Rain record set, more to come

Water accumulated on Douglas Steet causing challenges for drivers.

It not only rained yesterday, but it rained harder than on any other day so far this year in Greater Victoria. A total of 35.6 millimetres had fallen by early evening at the University of Victoria, according to the university-based Weather Station Network.

What a difference a day makes - Whistler Webcams

Whistler

Blackcomb

Whistler

Snow in the Village

Whistler Webcams

Whistler

Blackcomb

Whistler

No snow in the Village

US Presidential Elections

Propelled by massive turnout and a deep desire for change, Barack Obama was elected the 44th president of the United States.

Walk along the Gorge Waterway

Quite windy in Victoria, however the temps are a balmy 14 degrees

Paddlers on the Gorge Waterway

Can you see Debra?