Tuesday, July 8, 2008

ANOTHER DAY FOR THE DOGS

This West Coast weather cannot get more gorgeous, and so with all the sunshine and heat, I’m trying to make the most of it. Lucky for me, I am in charge of my favourite charges, Benji and Casey, for another fun-filled week. We hit Crab Park yesterday for a long while, are hitting it with Becky tomorrow and had a play date this afternoon with Amy and Peanut.

Dog Day Afternoon
Photo: Amelia Burrows on Flickr

Not only did all three of them have an absolute blast frolicking and playing in the sun and the grass, they also met a few new friends. Harley was a 2.5-year-old Pomeranian who was unbelievably soft and had a friendly face that was almost identical to Benji’s.

Soon after, the boys met Beans, a four-month-old Norwich Terrier. Beans was, without a doubt, so cute that it hurt to even look at her. She had the happiest face, beautiful fur that made her look like a cross between an Ewok and a teddy bear and did this cute thing where she’d get down real low on the ground whenever she approached another dog…like she was being all slinky and sly.

I have got to get one for myself. Need proof? Check out these little dumplings. Norwich Terrier breeders are few and far between, but I managed to find one online in South Surrey/White Rock. These babies don’t come cheap though…one can expect to pay about $2,500.

Monday, July 7, 2008

A DAY AT THE BEACH (WITHOUT ME)

My precious little girl, Charley, is becoming quite the explorer. She’s developed a sense of adventure and lost much of her unwarranted fear. Other dogs don’t phase her, unfamiliar places are no longer frightening and the ocean is becoming her second home. She is, in fact, becoming quite well acquainted and comfortable […]

Monday, July 7, 2008

CASA BONITA IS MY MOST FAVOURITE PLACE IN THE WHOLE WORLD!

Lately, it seems, I cannot get enough of South Park. It’s crude, crass and entirely inappropriate. Why I find it funny, I have no idea. Tied for the first place trophy of “Best Character,” in my opinion, are Eric Cartman and Leopold “Butters” Stotch.
One of my favourite episodes featuring both […]

Sunday, July 6, 2008

JUST PLAYING IN THE RAIN

Early in the summer of 2007, Becky and I had the brilliant plan of making a day of it at Playland at some point on a sunny day. Lost in a sea of bikinis, sunshine, cocktails, ice cream and all the fun that fills up a summer, September came and we still hadn’t made […]

Friday, July 4, 2008

PAWS FOR A CAUSE

As Jen and I strolled down Robson Street this evening, I stopped in front of a boarded up construction site that had been plastered with random concert and record posters. One cluster of ads, however, caught my eye. On September 14, 2008, the SPCA is holding its annual “Paws For A Cause” at […]

Friday, July 4, 2008

YOU COULD DO WITHOUT

But why would you want to? In celebration of the beginning of July and the start of our summer (I think), here is this girl’s list of Top Ten Essential Summer Items that no girl should be without. So without further adieu, they are…
Photo: Goody
10. Goody has been making high quality hair […]

Wednesday, July 2, 2008

“A CELEBRATION OF INGENUITY”

Anyone who is truly from Vancouver Island can affirm how painful an endeavour it can be to return to Vancouver after time spent at home. After six near magical days on la isla bonita, I have returned to the city in which I reside, but it will never truly be home. Yesterday marked […]

Monday, June 30, 2008

NEW KEDS ON THE BLOCK

I just got back from Victoria a few hours ago. I bought myself a souvenir - new Keds. My love affair continues. I got off the bus in Nanaimo where my mom met me, took me to the Bay and bought me these ones too.

I took the first shuttle to Victoria […]

Saturday, June 28, 2008

PURPLE GRAPES, PURPLE TOES

When arriving in the Comox Valley on Wednesday evening, I was positively giddy when, upon nearing my family’s home, I saw a brand spankin’ new sign directing folks to a vineyard. I managed to grab the name, and upon doing a quick Google search, I found Beaufort Vineyard & Estate Winery [website]. Being […]

Saturday, June 28, 2008

KEIRA-ANNE’S FIRST BEACH DAY

It’s never much been known for being a sandy beach, but Goose Spit Park always has the best sun and most gorgeous views. Being that it’s situated on a sandbar, the shores are completely exposed, and the blue sky meets the even bluer ocean on both sides. It felt great to finally spend […]