Blogs from Victoria, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, North America - page 31

So the countdown has begun. It’s now exactly one week until I fly out of Vancouver for China, and it’s beginning to feel like this trip might actually happen. Before, the trip had been so far off on the horizon that it didn’t really sink in that I was actually going to China. Now, however, it feels a little more real and I’m starting to get excited. I’m sure everyone that has done a bit of travelling can relate. The other thing that contributed to this realization was finishing work. I worked what looks to be my final shift last night, and am now focused on my trip for the rest of the summer. It’s a little odd to not be working at all, but I’m sure it’s something that I’ll be able to get ... read more

Motorhome News from North America 10 21st April - 1st May 2006 Farewell Stars and Stripes We set out with Ralph, our intrepid guide, in bright sunshine, along the Ocean Shores peninsula at Grays Harbour, binoculars and scope at the ready, searching for snowy owls reported to have been seen the previous day on driftwood along the shoreline. As is often the case, we were unsuccessful, but we were rewarded with fabulous birding (56 species) at Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge a day or two later. It was good to be in the company of an enthusiast with local knowledge and there were many moments of great excitement: our first hooded merganser, a beautiful common yellow-throat, a huge flock of Brants geese and a spectacular horned grebe in mating plumage. Winnie took a well deserved rest for ... read more

It is so frustrating to not know where a loved one is and how they are doing. No blame on them, for a number of factors can interfere with proper communication; poor telephone system, non-existant internet, etc. Why can't we all have ESP damn it! Although i guess no one would have any secrets anymore. Might make for a better world in the long run. At least we'd get to the heart of our problems instead of bad communication. Like couples wouldn't fight over who left the remote in the wrong place when really what they are saying is I don't want to be taken 4 granted and I need a hug. Sentimental with a bit too much mental I know but there you have it. I miss my friend and I need to know she ... read more

I'm in Victoria, British Columbia a GORGEOUS little part of ocean, harbor, old growth forest, crazy music, awesome food and a fantastic combination of ocean and moutain all at the same time. If anyone gets a chance to go, here's some hints on amazing adventures to take: -Go down to fisherman's warf, eat fish and chips *omg so good*, feed the cute seals *if you move the fish around above the water, the seals will roll over!*, and check out the houses that are floating on the water. -Check out the empress hotel, uber-fancy, where tea costs $50 a cup if you go during high tea. (just go down the street and drink other tea, but look at the empress hotel while you do it, and i'm sure its the same. wouldn't actually know, i don't ... read more

I had my interview in Downtown Victoria this morning. Driving me to and from was Ken, who I love talking to. On the way to the beautiful Parliament Buildings, he was ranting to me about the current government now. Was funny. Anyway, the interview went well. I answered all the questions the best I could. And the girls that were after me came all the way from Prince Rupert! So they had to fly in and stay overnight. At least it's all reimbursed. Ahhh. I should've taken more pictures inside!! The place is really beautiful. These pics I have now don't do the place justice.... read more