All photos taken on September 19, 2021 in the Victoria area.
After supper, we opted to take Fada on a bit of a tour, driving along the Victoria coastline and parking where he could see the views that brought him to this city more than 10 years ago. He seemed to enjoy the opportunity to see the seaside again.
Victoria has miles of coastal walking trailsthere were plenty of parking spaces right next to the coastsome fine old homes built in the day when people could afford a view like thisthe captive view
Dream catcher art in a coastal tree
tall flag pole near Beacon Hill ParkTrial Island Lighthouse built in 1970 to replace the original from 1906inflatable wing surfingand againhistorical designation plaquecoastal sceneryDistinctive homes along the coast closeup of the homesfishing boatclose upthis gull lives in the low rent districtlooking back to the Royal Victoria Yacht Club
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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32 thoughts on “Road Trip – Going Coastal”
Such lovely photos! What a beautiful, serene place 😊 I love the dream catcher in the tree! People are so creative!! Thanks for sharing! 😊
Hi Beth. It was good to be along the coast once more. A bit breezy and cool that evening, but lots to see. You are right, in the right environment and circumstances, creativity can shine. Thanks for reading. Have a great week. Allan
This was a good refresher for us, as usually when we go, we are too busy caregiving to get out and explore. It was nice to be able to take him out and I am sure he appreciated the outing. Thanks for reading Marion. Allan
Lovely coastal scenery. Those are some fancy homes on the rocks. I gotta say, windsurfing doesn’t look all that fun. I get cold just by looking at that guy in the water.
I agree on all counts. Some fine old (and new replacement homes). Wind surfing looks like way too much work. Guess I am just old. Thanks for reading. Allan
Mmm what a lovely day by the looks of it. Those seaside homes are just perfect. I could get used to such a view every morning with my cuppa. I’d give the inflatable wing surfing a miss.
I am with you Leighton. The view was spectacular. You will like the posts from our last stay on this road trip for sure. The inflatable looks like way too much work, but I could watch these folks battle the wind and fall for hours. Thanks for reading. Allan
Thanks Bernie. First time we saw an inflatable windsurf wing as well. Hope they had a pump to blow it up. I know how long it takes my son to pump up his inflatable stand up paddle board. Thanks for reading. Allan
I just wondered if they were tethered to the body – they could be a mile away if you lost your hold. Seems way more complex than a regular wind surfing board but what do I know? Enough to know that this is a sport I won’t be attempting 🤣.
Hi Blanca. It was cool and breezy, as ocean coasts can often be, but we were blessed with sunshine. Not the same view as we see in our back yard, for sure. Thanks for reading Blanca. Allan
Fall evening light is so generous, as if to apologize for darkness coming so soon. We have walked a good part of this way on a number of occasions. Thanks for reading and commenting. Allan
Fantastic photos, Allan. I love the rugged coast, although some of the houses are located just a few feet away from the shore. Thanks for sharing, and have a nice day 🙂 Aiva
I agree. Nothing beats the view from a rugged coast. I just would not want to live there during a gale. Glad we can visit and then travel home. Thanks for reading Aiva. Allan
Thanks for reading and the encouragement Joni. I have been blessed with good photos many times, even when I have not been blessed with good weather. Hope all is well. Thanks for reading. Allan. 😊🤗
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Such lovely photos! What a beautiful, serene place 😊 I love the dream catcher in the tree! People are so creative!! Thanks for sharing! 😊
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Hi Beth. It was good to be along the coast once more. A bit breezy and cool that evening, but lots to see. You are right, in the right environment and circumstances, creativity can shine. Thanks for reading. Have a great week. Allan
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I hope yours is wonderful as well, Allan!
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Beautiful pictures! Would love to live along the coast with those views.
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Great views to be sure, but an expensive area to buy or rent along. Thanks for reading Lyssy. Allan
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This brought back fond memories if our visit there. I’m sure your father-in-law treasured spending time with you all.
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This was a good refresher for us, as usually when we go, we are too busy caregiving to get out and explore. It was nice to be able to take him out and I am sure he appreciated the outing. Thanks for reading Marion. Allan
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Lovely coastal scenery. Those are some fancy homes on the rocks. I gotta say, windsurfing doesn’t look all that fun. I get cold just by looking at that guy in the water.
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I agree on all counts. Some fine old (and new replacement homes). Wind surfing looks like way too much work. Guess I am just old. Thanks for reading. Allan
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These photos are gorgeous ❣️❣️❣️
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Thanks Luisa. Victoria has a spectacular coastal drive. Thanks for stopping by. Allan
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It was a real pleasure 🙏
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Mmm what a lovely day by the looks of it. Those seaside homes are just perfect. I could get used to such a view every morning with my cuppa. I’d give the inflatable wing surfing a miss.
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I am with you Leighton. The view was spectacular. You will like the posts from our last stay on this road trip for sure. The inflatable looks like way too much work, but I could watch these folks battle the wind and fall for hours. Thanks for reading. Allan
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Great costal photos. I must confess I have never seen an inflatable wind surfer.
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Thanks Bernie. First time we saw an inflatable windsurf wing as well. Hope they had a pump to blow it up. I know how long it takes my son to pump up his inflatable stand up paddle board. Thanks for reading. Allan
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I just wondered if they were tethered to the body – they could be a mile away if you lost your hold. Seems way more complex than a regular wind surfing board but what do I know? Enough to know that this is a sport I won’t be attempting 🤣.
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Hi Allan! By the looks of your stunning photos you had glorious weather that day. Amazing seaside scenery, thank you for sharing!
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Hi Blanca. It was cool and breezy, as ocean coasts can often be, but we were blessed with sunshine. Not the same view as we see in our back yard, for sure. Thanks for reading Blanca. Allan
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What a beautiful end of day light, it certainly makes a walk by the sea seem like a good idea. I probably walked part of this way.
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Fall evening light is so generous, as if to apologize for darkness coming so soon. We have walked a good part of this way on a number of occasions. Thanks for reading and commenting. Allan
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Wonderful photos! So beautiful thank you for sharing 🙂🎉💕❤
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Thanks you Priti and thanks for reading. Allan
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My pleasure Allan. 💓🌹💖
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So lovely! Makes me want to se it in person…maybe someday.
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Definitely worth a visit. Hope you can find a way Ann. Thanks for reading. Allan
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Fantastic photos, Allan. I love the rugged coast, although some of the houses are located just a few feet away from the shore. Thanks for sharing, and have a nice day 🙂 Aiva
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I agree. Nothing beats the view from a rugged coast. I just would not want to live there during a gale. Glad we can visit and then travel home. Thanks for reading Aiva. Allan
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You always get beautiful photographs where ever you go. Lovely poem written as well. Nicely done, great post, thank you. ❤️🤗
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Thanks for reading and the encouragement Joni. I have been blessed with good photos many times, even when I have not been blessed with good weather. Hope all is well. Thanks for reading. Allan. 😊🤗
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My pleasure always. There are not enough hours in the day are there? Sending hugs 🤗
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