As we popped out onto the beach from the Parkinson Creek to Beach trail, we saw why our efforts to hike the trail were more than worth it. The sunny blue skies and the azure seas were in total harmony with the grey rock beach. It was jaw droppingly gorgeous. We could do this for a while.
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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Thanks Luisa. Funny you would say that. My Patty who said she would not hike that trail again, changed her mind when she saw the pix from the beach. Sometimes, the effort is rewarded. Happy Wednesday. Allan
It’s absolutely beautiful. Sometimes we have no idea what we’re working so hard for in life, but in the end I believe, the work will always be worth it!
Thanks Angie. It was an unexpected sight for sure. Hard work, even if boring is worth it. Just like I always say about retirement….It is the best promotion I ever worked for. No matter how boring or mundane our jobs might be, there is a point. Happy Wednesday. Allan
Agreed Lynette. Nature has a way of rewarding effort and this rock shelf at low tide was one of them. Never did see the black bears, but that is OK. Thanks for reading. Have a great Wednesday. Allan
Fabulous captures of the rocky shoreline. Isn’t it amazing how a bit of sunshine can make such a huge difference in terms of your moods and how the landscape looks?
It was a good chance to stretch our eyes after struggling down the trail. The mood was lighter the day after the rain storm and power outage for sure. Thanks for reading Linda. Allan
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I agree: simply awesome!
The magnificent award deserved for not wanting to give up
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Thanks Luisa. Funny you would say that. My Patty who said she would not hike that trail again, changed her mind when she saw the pix from the beach. Sometimes, the effort is rewarded. Happy Wednesday. Allan
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Happy Wednesday to you too 💞
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It’s absolutely beautiful. Sometimes we have no idea what we’re working so hard for in life, but in the end I believe, the work will always be worth it!
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Thanks Angie. It was an unexpected sight for sure. Hard work, even if boring is worth it. Just like I always say about retirement….It is the best promotion I ever worked for. No matter how boring or mundane our jobs might be, there is a point. Happy Wednesday. Allan
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That’s so gorgeous, Allan! I can understand why you said in your last post that the muddy, wet hike was worth it!
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Agreed Lynette. Nature has a way of rewarding effort and this rock shelf at low tide was one of them. Never did see the black bears, but that is OK. Thanks for reading. Have a great Wednesday. Allan
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I’ll accept ALL of those cookies!😋
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Totally agree. Some cookies just can’t be tracked once consumed. 😋😋
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A beautiful day, Allan. Love the panorama!
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Thanks John. I often forget to use the panorama function on my camera. This seemed like the perfect opportunity. Thanks for reading. Allan
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That is gorgeous..and definitely worth the trip. Looks as if Benji thought so too!
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Thanks Ann. Benji was just happy to be the leader of his pack. Thanks for reading. Allan
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Fabulous captures of the rocky shoreline. Isn’t it amazing how a bit of sunshine can make such a huge difference in terms of your moods and how the landscape looks?
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It was a good chance to stretch our eyes after struggling down the trail. The mood was lighter the day after the rain storm and power outage for sure. Thanks for reading Linda. Allan
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I always love the beach photos. Driftwood makes some interesting shapes. And so many mussels!
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This was an interesting beach once we realized there were so many mussel beds about. It was very unique. Thanks for reading Ruth. Allan
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