Apr 25th, 2010-Sunday-Indian Arm Paddling

Sunday morning, the forecast says it supposed to be a cloudy and sunny mixed day, strangely it was actually pouring. But I still decided to go. In Vancouver you'll never know what the forecast turns into. Luckily, when I drove to Deep Cove, rain stopped. It turned into a perfect day for paddling, except, I couldn’t find Steven and Michael anywhere. I am not going home like this!

Look around and saw three young guys unloading their boats. So went up and asked if they mind taking me together. Ha-ha, I wonder who would say no. This is a really a small world. I met one of the guys a couple of weeks ago in one of the real estate meet-ups. It is weird that I showed up in that kind of meet-ups. Well, everything has a reason.

We left the beach and headed towards Indian Arm. Can’t remember how many times I have been paddling here. Sheltered water, nice and peace scenery make it the perfect place for a day easy paddling.

Lots of sail boats are out there. The breeze was gentle but strong enough for a relaxing sail. Sun started to shine. Everyone seemed to enjoy it. One of the guys started to drink beer in his boat. Ah, damn it! I should bring my red wine with me. We went pretty slow playing with the wakes like kids. It took us 2.5 hours to get to the Twin Islands. We landed on the Jug Island, and went for a short hike. For one moment, I felt hesitate to go deep to the woods with them, but then thought hack what I am afraid of? Wannna take me? Take me then! Ha-ha..

Of course nothing unpredictable happened. Never expect making friends in this way, but really fun. The guy I met before started to persuade me to go to his meet-ups for investment in real estate, and educated me how to invest money wisely so that I can afford retiring at 45. That’s pretty attempting. I promised to go, who knows? Maybe I can be rich as the fortune teller said.

I think I was misled by someone. I wasn’t a negative person at all.

Dec 13 2010 Mt. Seymour Snowshoeing

Dec 13, Vancouver welcomed its first snow for the winter. I thought it would be nice to go up to Mt. Seymour to try out my new snowshoes.

It's actually quite busy on the trail to First Peak. It started drizzling when we first started and then turned into a big flurry. It was white all over. Pines and cedars stick out glazing down to the valley.

My snowshoes are Yukon CHarlie 825, the grips are pretty sharp. So the uphill was not so bad. However, as the wind blows, we could only inching our way up.

There was a cute little dog, may be a poodle mix or some kind on the trail with the owner. He looked so happy to be out there. One full of winter spirit.

I was busy at work. The GAs are on site. I still remember last year the same year end madness just drove me nuts. Now here it comes again. To add more onto it, the final is coming this Thursday. And it is FA4! Can you imagine that? I never managed to balance the consolidated F/Ss out.

OK, enough whining! The temperature in Vancouver has almost broken the historical record low, which gives me a bit push on finishing up the cable hat in two days. The pattern is gorgeous yet simple. Too bad I screwed up by using 2mm needles. So the hat only fits a child's head. Still nice tho. At least made it a nice Christmas gift for Jennie! :) For those who want to give it a try, here is the link http://tilkku.blogspot.com/2008/03/lina-yarn-bbb-new-master-82-merino-wool.html

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I am an outdoor gal, would love to be out there as much as possible. Kayaking, hiking, snowshoeing, road trip, you name it. I am lucky enough to home in British Columbia, Canada, the so-called The Best Place on Earth. If you have ever been here, you will know what that means.

I have my own inflatable kayak, Advance Elements. It's a beauty. I can easily fold it into a bag and carry it with me anywhere I go. Me and my buddies go kayaking and hiking all year round. Vancouver is such a wonderland for all those who love nature and wild.

BTW, we just had a 26-out of-30 days-rainy November this year. Yes, raining for months is the only disadvantage here in Vancouver. But who cares! I do water color painting, beads work, knitting or just simply playing with my three kitties when rain blocks me in. Remember, always see the bright side of life...:)