Fire and Sun

Two of the finest elements. You would have loved February 26th on Bowen Island. Weather reports on the radio spoke of snow in town and outer lying areas of metro-Vancouver, but on the west side of Bowen, it was a balmy, sunny day. Chris took advantage of the day by getting out on his motorbike and then giving it a good wash.

This girl took to the garden and started cutting back blackberry bushes and cleaning up dead grasses to put on the bonfire.

By mid-day it was time to take advantage of the sunshine and capture some vitamin D.
A real bonus for a day that was predicted to be wet, windy and snowy. A bonfire and warm sun, two of my favorite things.

Boat Show

A colleague gave us complimentary tickets to the Vancouver International Boat Show which was on this week at 2 venues - BC Place Stadium downtown, and Granville Island.

To avoid traffic and parking hassles, we parked in English Bay near the aquatic centre and caught the little aqua-ferry to Granville Island. Chris and I were the only passengers on the little 2 minute ride.

Once at Granville Island we wandered the marina to view the oh so pricey yachts.

And Chris had a go at the helm of one of the nicer ones on display.

Before catching the shuttle bus to BC Place, we had a wander around Granville Market and bought some breakfast bread to snack on. It was fun to see all the fresh produce and fish we don't get to see on Bowen.

We were the only 2 on the shuttle bus to the indoor event. It was like having a personal chauffeur! The stadium was packed with vendors on one level and more boats on another.

From the stadium we shuttled back to Granville Island and had a bite to eat at the Sandbar, courtesy of a gift card I had for the restaurant.

Chris had an awesome sandwich of fresh shrimp, dungeonous crab, bacon and guacamole, while I had a yummy caesar salad.

From there the trip was in reverse and we headed back to the car in English Bay and home. All in all, a day with no complaints.

My New Gecko!

Another great garage sale find, and my new treasure! Not sure where he will live yet, but I am sure he will find a spot either indoors or outdoors very soon.

Oh So Yummie!

I mentioned in an earlier post before Christmas the wonderful appetizer we had on Christmas Eve, but just realized I forgot to share the photo. Susan made pitted dates stuffed with a roasted almond and some goat cheese, wrapped in bacon and broiled until the bacon was crisp. Amazingly delicious. Here is how it looks. I know some of you will want to try it out. Enjoy.

SUPERVISION

No, I'm not referring to great eyesight!
When I work at home, it seems my big boy "Smoke" feels obligated to sit and watch me. If I leave my laptop for one minute he is all over it, typing with his paws and contributing to the effort.

It's good to know I have both a supervisor and an assistant at home!