Tag: travel blog

Jim left his phone on the bus yesterday. He NEVER loses things, so it was quite distressing. I, on the other hand, would lose my head if not attached. You … Read More “Phone left on bus – no T-Mobile in Canada!” »

Don Yonko took us to Brentwood Bay and back. We explored the Butchart Gardens cove and all the nooks and crannies. It was a fun ride. We also played with … Read More “Tod Inlet – Brentwood Bay courtesy of Don Yonko” »

This hidey hole was a PERFECT recommendation, thanks Paul!! We are really tucked in here. It was windy on our cruise over but once we got in here, it was … Read More “Tod Inlet – first night on the hook” »

As promised, yesterday was pretty much shopping, laundry and chores. Jim scrubbed the boat down while I did the laundry. But first! We stopped by Starbucks. We went and found … Read More “Mergpijpijes and Mushy Peas” »

Upon further investigation, it would take 4 hours round trip on the bus to Costco, so we rented a car. With the extra Costco delivery fees and the huge chunk … Read More “Fun day on the Saanich Peninsula” »

Yesterday we went to the church that was close by. It was a Pentecostal church and I have never been. I think the closest has been Assemblies of God. It … Read More “What? There are TWO Fickle Figs?” »

Subtitle: Quick get some green on before Hannah wakes up. I looked up why the pinching on St. Patrick’s Day – leprechauns cannot see you if you wear green. Who … Read More “Happy St. Patrick’s Day!” »

Since Jim doesn’t have access to his favorite stylist for 3 months, I gave him his first haircut (of many!) Sophie gave me some pointers that I promptly forgot. I … Read More “Today we are tourists – Victoria” »

We honestly did not think we would have any culture shock. We speak the same language, and we have some of the same franchises. (not breaking my Starbucks addiction anytime … Read More “A little culture shock, who knew?” »