so earlier, as in late February I mentioned that my favourite airplane was coming to Steveston's Garry Point Park. Well that it did. I met the Mayor and a counsellor and some other city staff who were so very kind to me (not because of my crutches but that sure helped) but because of my dad being very instrumental (no pun intended) in the health and welfare of these magnificent aircraft.
I was on a mission that day to seek out and introduce myself to the current owner. Success - we had a lovely chat and I now have his word that when spring test runs take place I'm invited to go on some runs. TOP OF MY BUCKET LIST!
I'm so moved and ecstatic with this opportunity. I have no other words for this. Lucky is the only one that comes to mind. Wait until then - I'm sure the experience will fly right off the page!!!!
Monday, March 8, 2010
Where should I put those plants?
I have a forsythia bush, a pussy willow and a jasmine that NEED, no MUST go in the ground this year. I just can't figure out where to put them.
We tore out a hedge and will replace it with a fence that will match the one on the driveway side, so I thought somewhere at the end of the fence (road end of fence) would be good for the forsythia. I just adore them at this time of year - they are sooo happy and vibrant yellow - they just make me smile (even when I want to cry).
I think there is a theme this month, don't you?
I think the jasmine needs to climb on a fence so that would mean I have to find the right spot for that in the back yard, but I don't want it to tangle in with other plants, preventing mass choking of either.
I'll need to research Pussy willow to see where they best live. My day is never done.
We tore out a hedge and will replace it with a fence that will match the one on the driveway side, so I thought somewhere at the end of the fence (road end of fence) would be good for the forsythia. I just adore them at this time of year - they are sooo happy and vibrant yellow - they just make me smile (even when I want to cry).
I think there is a theme this month, don't you?
I think the jasmine needs to climb on a fence so that would mean I have to find the right spot for that in the back yard, but I don't want it to tangle in with other plants, preventing mass choking of either.
I'll need to research Pussy willow to see where they best live. My day is never done.
Do you ever cry?
There is so much to cry about. The way Canada was portrayed in the opening and closing ceremonies - pride can make you tear up.
How about the little flower girls at the skating events during the Olympics - did you see the one little girl they did a story on; she was a double leg amputee - what a trouper - on skates OMG you go girl! Well that melted my heart - teared up again. Then Joannie Rochette skated - held my breath. More tears.
How about the two girl bobsled that flipped - they were ok, thank goodness - was ready for the kleenex.
ok enough - now we are into week 2 of olympic hangover/withdrawal. But wait - there are the Paralympics coming - yes, this Friday and oh look - there is snow on the mountains. YAY
The fighter jets have disappeared from the airport, The signs on the street telling us we can't drive or stop in this lane from now until then are gone, the olympic rings are being dismantled - what about the Paralympians? Their event tickets are beyond reasonable, I'm looking into getting a ticket to something - I'm even sporting crutches and a wheelchair due to a fractured pelvis. Another reason to cry during the Olympics - could only watch them from my living room - safer that way. But I'm ready to roll - I wheeled around Ikea the other day All By Myself! So Proud. gee there is that pride thing again. It certainly has been interesting seeing things from the point of view of someone injured. Lots of people are very nice about helping with doors and asking what happened. Some people give you the once over and you can see on their face they don't believe you have a problem cause there is no cast visible. They look skeptical. While in this position you find all kinds of new and inventive ways to get around, or carry things; when I was in Ikea I saw the store what felt like for the the first time, from a whole new point of view. But it was good. I enjoyed myself. I even bought 2 lamps, a rug, some cd cases and lightbulbs. Basically when my lap was full, I had to check out! I'm also sporting one of those SPARC cards. They get you the best parking - i feel guilty though, don't know why. There is a sense of power, odd, I find it. Also, having never used crutches before I am amazed at the workout I'm getting - I am exhausted by the end of the day. This healing process is a struggle. I just want to be better soon.
How about the little flower girls at the skating events during the Olympics - did you see the one little girl they did a story on; she was a double leg amputee - what a trouper - on skates OMG you go girl! Well that melted my heart - teared up again. Then Joannie Rochette skated - held my breath. More tears.
How about the two girl bobsled that flipped - they were ok, thank goodness - was ready for the kleenex.
ok enough - now we are into week 2 of olympic hangover/withdrawal. But wait - there are the Paralympics coming - yes, this Friday and oh look - there is snow on the mountains. YAY
The fighter jets have disappeared from the airport, The signs on the street telling us we can't drive or stop in this lane from now until then are gone, the olympic rings are being dismantled - what about the Paralympians? Their event tickets are beyond reasonable, I'm looking into getting a ticket to something - I'm even sporting crutches and a wheelchair due to a fractured pelvis. Another reason to cry during the Olympics - could only watch them from my living room - safer that way. But I'm ready to roll - I wheeled around Ikea the other day All By Myself! So Proud. gee there is that pride thing again. It certainly has been interesting seeing things from the point of view of someone injured. Lots of people are very nice about helping with doors and asking what happened. Some people give you the once over and you can see on their face they don't believe you have a problem cause there is no cast visible. They look skeptical. While in this position you find all kinds of new and inventive ways to get around, or carry things; when I was in Ikea I saw the store what felt like for the the first time, from a whole new point of view. But it was good. I enjoyed myself. I even bought 2 lamps, a rug, some cd cases and lightbulbs. Basically when my lap was full, I had to check out! I'm also sporting one of those SPARC cards. They get you the best parking - i feel guilty though, don't know why. There is a sense of power, odd, I find it. Also, having never used crutches before I am amazed at the workout I'm getting - I am exhausted by the end of the day. This healing process is a struggle. I just want to be better soon.
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Who Dat?
Wow - what an amazing victory for the New Orleans Saints - first time ever in the running and first time to win since their franchise history - Fantastic and Mardi Gras is just 9 days away - They be party'in in Louisana starting NOW!
We were there over a year ago and loved it - must go back. Friends will go this year to see the New Orleans Jazz Fest - Simon and Garfunkel are on the opening weekend. The only show they will play together this year - and I'm going to miss it. Darn.
Anyway - I am a die-hard watch the last game of any sport fan and loved the game today. Especially the half time show - the staging was phenominal. Not to mention the group.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
my yellow rose
My yellow rose - do you like it? I photographed that on a trip to Ireland. I believe it was in a park in Blarney - lots of the tour went and kissed the stone but I shot flowers instead and wandered through the stores.
Ireland was great, would love to go back again especially to a place called Youghall (pronounced Yahll). And of course Dublin is so very exciting with a blend of the old and new and fabulous shopping. You must go some time.
Ireland was great, would love to go back again especially to a place called Youghall (pronounced Yahll). And of course Dublin is so very exciting with a blend of the old and new and fabulous shopping. You must go some time.
Definitely coming to a beach near me........
Yes it is really true and not embargoed - a media event featuring my best airplane, the Martin Mars Water Bomber.
Garry Point Steveston BC Feb 23, and 24, 2010
I'm very excited - will catch up with old friends, meet new people and probably tour the aircraft.
I can't think of a better way to spend a couple of days.
Garry Point Steveston BC Feb 23, and 24, 2010
I'm very excited - will catch up with old friends, meet new people and probably tour the aircraft.
I can't think of a better way to spend a couple of days.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Coming to a beach near you.........
Ground control to Major Tom - The Mars is coming, the Mars is coming.
My favourite aircraft in the entire world is coming home from California. Stay tuned for more information on this. I'm so excited about this. I just received information about this - it didn't say it was embargoed but I'm going to be a bit tight-lipped until I hear differently. Don't mean to be so vague but sometimes it is necessary
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