Saturday, August 16, 2008

A 'day' or rather a morning by Rice Lake

We have a new book with 52 day trips to do around Vancouver so today we decided to try on out. We went to the north shore for a walk out to Rice Lake. Its near a water shed and there are great trails all through the area. We stopped and watched the people fishing in the lake. The lake is stocked with 5000 rainbow trout yearly and they have built a great dock and walkway to use for fishing or watching them and enjoying a snack! It was very hot so we were glad to walk through the forest and then stay in the shade at the lake. Ethan even walked half way back - holding both of our hands but its still progress.
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Watching the fishermen!

 

 

 
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A hot summer day - staying cool with watermelon and a kiddie pool! Plus a shot of the mom's and me with my braces...

 

 

 
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Tuesday, August 12, 2008

A visit from our Irish friends

The boys had a great time getting to know an Irish family visiting Vancouver. I knew Rebecca in London before she was married to Jason and had 3 children! We had a great time at the Aquarium together and then they and Jolanna Cunningham came back for dinner. Lots of laughs and finished with some singing. Angharad dropped by for dessert as well so it was nice to catch up and for her to meet some others from her side of the world.

Bentley was happy to play the violin and Joel accompanied him on drums. Of course Ethan had to get involved so he provided some dancing and additional vocals to Ole Macdonald!
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