ship wrecked

I don't know if dedicating blog posts is a thing....but I'm going to do it anyway.

My sister Maggie is a true inspiration.  Years ago now, she left to go on an adventure and is still living it.  

She's taught me that beauty is by the sea.

Maggie, this one's for you!

If you'd like to learn of her adventure and how you could go on your own, two words.... Picton Castle.

summer photobook

I thought I'd share a few moments from our summer.  We attended my friend Ashly's beautiful wedding in Victoria.  It was at the Sea Cider Farm and the setting was breath taking.  Fresh flowers, surrounded by forest, and stunning views to water and mountains.  Congrats you two! 

We also took a day trip to White Rock.  It's such a pretty beach with so much sand, but the downside would be that dogs aren't allowed to be on the boardwalk.  That meant that we had to cut our day a bit short, because walking along the boardwalk is one of the big things to do there.  

So, we had ice cream instead.  

Visiting the house I grew up in for the last time, good ol' Melville Cres.  Isn't she a beaut?!

And lastly, as many trips to the dog beach as possible, Kea's favourite place.   

the woods are calling

Sorry things have been silent around here.  I've been working inventory at my day job, and well, for anyone that's ever worked inventory anywhere before (including myself), it's basically the worst thing ever.  It's mind numbing, it's meticulous, and makes me go a little crazy....I'm talking fits of laughter for no reason kinda crazy... but none the less! it must be done! 

So, to celebrate being freed from the 9 to 5, the Bf and I are going on a camping trip this weekend.  I'm looking forward to relaxing, being quiet, and sleeping.  All things I haven't done for about a week now.  

I hope you all get out there and enjoy your weekend! Get a little sun on your shoulders, and perhaps a drink in your hand.  I'll be cheer-sing you from in front of the campfire!!

*Let's be honest here, my 9 to 5 is more like 6 to 3..... oh man, i miss sleeping in.

*this pretty photo was taken by the BF. i know, he's a keeper.

Jericho

We went for a walk with the pooch and I played around with my new camera a bit.  

I'll get the hang of it soon. *fingers crossed*

It's photos like these that remind me why I love living in Vancouver, it's beautiful! The mountains, the beach, and downtown all within reach.  

Hey, guess what?! The Bf and I are going camping in about 2 weeks! I'm super excited about it.  It'll be our first time camping in BC, aka, watch for bears! We're taking Kea with us and I think she's going to love it.  

Let the planning begin!

hunting

I've been on a major hunt over the last couple of weeks for a new camera, well new to me.  I've been busy scouring craigslist and kijiji to find something within my budget and in decent condition.  I want something to learn on and will grow with me, oh and I've decided to go with a Canon or a Nikon.....but I'm open for suggestions/advice if you've got'em!

I thought it would be a lot easier to find a deal, but I guess you've gotta work for it.