If you always waited for perfect weather before venturing out for a walk in February in Vancouver, you might never get outside. Today the rain was intermittent and we opted to take Benji, the Wonder Dog for a walk down to the beach.
We picked up Benji from B & K and set off for Sunset Beach. This is what we hoomins saw.
Light reflections on wet surfaces
Driftwood piling up from November storms
Burrard Bridge and beach artwork
The Ducks (and other birds) of which I speak.
Seagull shenanigans
Ships in the fog and mist
Water off my wife’s back (she is not a duck)
Droopy DaffodilsUnderwater MurkIndustrial strength beachcombingSeawall damageEvery little boy’s dream jobBarge and bridgeSeawall and InukshukThe colourful tower on the right is a “reneviction” where tenants paying low rent are kicked out, the tower is renovated in some fashion and then new tenants paying higher rent move inBreakwater rocksa huge sea otterTalk about environmental loggingOne last look at the Inukshuk
Not much to tell. After working for 3 companies over 43+ years (38 years 7 months with my last company), I finally got that promotion I had waited my entire career for……retirement.
I have been exploring this new career for the past 7+ years and while it is not always exciting, the chance to do what I want for myself and my family instead of what my company wants has been very fulfilling. Early on, there was a long list of projects in my “to-do” hopper and I attacked these projects with a vengeance for the first 9 months of retirement. Eventually, my brain told me that this was not what retirement was about, so it took me another 5 months before my industriousness again took over and I attacked another line of projects, this time somewhat shorter and less complicated, as well as many new projects related to the family weddings in 2016. After going hard for 6 weeks and 3 weddings, my body was telling me to relax, then the flu bug hit and as soon as that was done with me, my sciatic acted up. No rest for the wicked. In 2020 and 2021, the Covid 19 pandemic changed the whole retirement gig. I was lucky to not be still working, for sure.
I enjoy photography, gardening, working with my hands, walking, cycling, skiing, travelling, reading and creating special photo and video productions obtained in my first pastime. I may never become wealthy in any of these pursuits, but I already feel I am rich in life experiences far beyond any expectation.
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14 thoughts on “This Weather’s Not Even Fit for Ducks”
Are you sure your lady’s not a duck? Asked her and all? 🙂 Great pictures, as always, loved the birds! It looks very much like “stay at home with a cup of tea” weather! Take care!
I would never accuse her of being a duck, but if she dresses right, she is waterproof. 😀The rain was fairly soft and it really was not as bad as it could have been. We were glad we got out. Thanks for reading Jay. Allan
I agree. Bad weather is no more than the choice of appropriate clothing. Benji’s side of the story comes out tomorrow. Thanks for reading Lynette. Our April showers are supposed to start tomorrow afternoon. Allan
Looks like you were getting an authentic West (more like Wet) Coast experience. Good for you for still getting outdoors and finding beauty in the rain.
Yes, we love the Wet Coast. As long as I can keep my camera dry, I am OK. It was a good walk and the rain was more of a mist when we were out. Thanks for reading Linda. Allan
Was that the barge that’s been stuck there for a while? I think that I read about it somewhere. It didn’t look like it would be all that difficult to pull off those rocks.
It has been there for a long time. Here is my original post on it https://photodrop465032791.wordpress.com/2022/03/31/sorry-for-barging-in-like-this/. Even though they have a greed to dismantle it to remove it, it could take another 5 months due to the permits required. They do not want to destroy the shoreline and breakwater to remove it, as they have enough troubles with beach erosion now. Thanks for reading Glen. Allan
Thanks Anne. If I can keep my camera dry, I find I get better photos on a dull day than a sunny one. Worth the effort for sure. Thanks for reading. Allan
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Are you sure your lady’s not a duck? Asked her and all? 🙂 Great pictures, as always, loved the birds! It looks very much like “stay at home with a cup of tea” weather! Take care!
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I would never accuse her of being a duck, but if she dresses right, she is waterproof. 😀The rain was fairly soft and it really was not as bad as it could have been. We were glad we got out. Thanks for reading Jay. Allan
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I would rather have drizzly rain than -40C! Some rain gear and you’re good to go. I hope Benji enjoyed his damp outing!
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I agree. Bad weather is no more than the choice of appropriate clothing. Benji’s side of the story comes out tomorrow. Thanks for reading Lynette. Our April showers are supposed to start tomorrow afternoon. Allan
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Looks like you were getting an authentic West (more like Wet) Coast experience. Good for you for still getting outdoors and finding beauty in the rain.
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Yes, we love the Wet Coast. As long as I can keep my camera dry, I am OK. It was a good walk and the rain was more of a mist when we were out. Thanks for reading Linda. Allan
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Beautiful. I love your foggy photos ❣️❣️❣️
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Thanks Luisa. Great photos are possible in all weather. Dull days make them even sharper. Thanks for reading. Allan 🤗🤗🤗
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Thank you veri much, again 🙏🙏🙏
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Was that the barge that’s been stuck there for a while? I think that I read about it somewhere. It didn’t look like it would be all that difficult to pull off those rocks.
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It has been there for a long time. Here is my original post on it https://photodrop465032791.wordpress.com/2022/03/31/sorry-for-barging-in-like-this/. Even though they have a greed to dismantle it to remove it, it could take another 5 months due to the permits required. They do not want to destroy the shoreline and breakwater to remove it, as they have enough troubles with beach erosion now. Thanks for reading Glen. Allan
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Your photos prove that sometimes it is worth it to brave a bit of rain and cold and get outside!
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Thanks Anne. If I can keep my camera dry, I find I get better photos on a dull day than a sunny one. Worth the effort for sure. Thanks for reading. Allan
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