July 10 and 11


Dan and Trish met us at the train station and now we are settled into their lovely home. They have a beautiful little patio with lots of comfortable seating that is directly outside our bedroom. Everything is really lovely here in Vancouver- a perfect temperature for walking and a very friendly environment.  Trish and Dan are situated within minutes of  parks, waterways, bike paths, convenient shops and restaurants. The front of their apartment is a huge window practically touching the sidewalk so it’s very interesting to watch all the activity. It makes you feel like you are almost outside with everyone. We went in a little tugboat to Granville Island market and had seafood for lunch. I had mussel and clam soup with cilantro and mint leaves floating in it. (I’m training myself to like cilantro. ) We had a nice walk-about and really got a flavor of the city. It’s very relaxed and engaging. Lots of folks riding bikes, sitting on blankets in the parks, moms with strollers and small children- quite different from the frantic Toronto streets teeming with their sophisticated busy people.

Today, July 11, I decided that my clothes were looking a bit old and behind the times. Larry got his trusty maps apps up and running and we walked a couple of miles to my favorite Canadian store, Reitmans. I had quite an enjoyable hour there. Larry was a bit worried I wouldn’t have room in the suitcase but I told him I could just throw some of my old stuff away-haha- problem solved.  Remember, I live in a little village, hours from any sort of mall.

Right now Trish is pouring over some delectable looking cookbooks- we are going to be treated to a delicious halibut supper when Dan gets home from work.

I think the next thing on the agenda is Larry’s swim in the Pacific.