Yesterday we had a late breakfast at Lake Kathlyn. Earlier this spring my sister Janine suggested to my dad that they run to the lake during the summer. They have been running regularly since then and decided that yesterday would be a good day because of the beautiful weather. Janine and dad ran to Lake Kathlyn, which is about 3 miles away. I biked there, and mom drove the van with all of our food and swimming gear.
The weather was sunny and warm, the view was beautiful, and the beach was basically empty at that point. There was a group of kids participating in sailing lessons as part of a summer camp, but sadly for them there was no wind.
After we ate and sat visiting in the sun for a while, we went for a swim. By the time we left shortly after noon, the beach was much busier.
It was a great way to spend the morning!
Thursday, July 18, 2013
Kayaking
On Tuesday Janine and I biked to Lester's house on Lake Kathlyn and borrowed two kayaks.
The weather was beautiful. While kayaking Janine and I agreed that there is not really anywhere on the lake that does not have a beautiful view.
After kayaking, I got in the water which was cool and refreshing.
The weather was beautiful. While kayaking Janine and I agreed that there is not really anywhere on the lake that does not have a beautiful view.
After kayaking, I got in the water which was cool and refreshing.
Saturday, July 13, 2013
Fresh Snow
There was fresh snow on the mountain today. I saw some of it a couple of times later in the day when the clouds lifted a little, but I did not get a good view for a picture.
Another missed picture opportunity, this evening while mom and I were walking we saw a mother and baby moose. The baby moose seemed curious and came out of the bushes more than the mother. I don't expect to see moose in the summer, so that was nice surprise.
Another missed picture opportunity, this evening while mom and I were walking we saw a mother and baby moose. The baby moose seemed curious and came out of the bushes more than the mother. I don't expect to see moose in the summer, so that was nice surprise.
Friday, July 12, 2013
I Biked to the Lake
Today, I finally biked to the lake. I thought about making the trip the first day I was home, but I was tired and lazy. For the two days since then it has been rainy off and on and I didn't make the trip. Today, despite the cloud and cool weather, I biked to the lake.
I felt a few raindrops, but thankfully it didn't actually rain. I started out with a sweatshirt on - it was 14C (57F) - but tied it around my waist for the return. And, as always, a trip to the lake is not complete without actually putting the bike tires in the water.
I felt a few raindrops, but thankfully it didn't actually rain. I started out with a sweatshirt on - it was 14C (57F) - but tied it around my waist for the return. And, as always, a trip to the lake is not complete without actually putting the bike tires in the water.
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
From Opelousas, LA to Smithers, BC
Thursday, July 4th
Stage one: I drove from Opelousas, LA to Plano, TX and stayed overnight at my cousin's place.
Friday, July 5th
Stage two: I got a ride from a friend from Plano, TX to the Dallas, TX airport.
Stage three: Flight from Dallas, TX to Santa Ana, CA.
Stage four: Flight from Santa Ana, CA to Seattle, WA.
Stage five: I took a shuttle bus from Seattle, WA to Lynden, WA.
Stage six: My cousin James picked me up from the shuttle stop in Lynden, WA and brought me to my aunt and uncle's house in Maple Ridge, BC.
Monday, July 8th
Stage seven: My cousin Lynola gave me a ride in her parents' new car to the Greyhound bus depot in Langley, BC.
Stage eight: I rode the greyhound from Langley, BC to Prince George, BC. (It was a refurbished bus with nice leather seats)
Stage nine: I rode a different greyhound bus (not refurbished) from Prince George, BC to Smithers, BC.
Tuesday, July 9th
Stage ten: Dad picked me up from the greyhound depot in Smithers in the van and brought me home.
Although there were many different stages of my travel from Opelousas to Smithers, it went very well. My flights both landed early, allowing me to catch an earlier shuttle to meet my cousin. I had a great weekend in Maple Ridge with Uncle Henry, Aunt Ardie, Lynola, and James. Uncle Dave, Aunt Margaret, and Martin came over to join us on Saturday night for pizza. The weather for my bus ride was nice and I was able to enjoy the beauty and variety of BC scenery. I am thankful for all the hospitality and help of relatives and friends who made my trip possible.
Stage one: I drove from Opelousas, LA to Plano, TX and stayed overnight at my cousin's place.
Friday, July 5th
Stage two: I got a ride from a friend from Plano, TX to the Dallas, TX airport.
Stage three: Flight from Dallas, TX to Santa Ana, CA.
Stage four: Flight from Santa Ana, CA to Seattle, WA.
Stage five: I took a shuttle bus from Seattle, WA to Lynden, WA.
Stage six: My cousin James picked me up from the shuttle stop in Lynden, WA and brought me to my aunt and uncle's house in Maple Ridge, BC.
Monday, July 8th
Stage seven: My cousin Lynola gave me a ride in her parents' new car to the Greyhound bus depot in Langley, BC.
Stage eight: I rode the greyhound from Langley, BC to Prince George, BC. (It was a refurbished bus with nice leather seats)
Stage nine: I rode a different greyhound bus (not refurbished) from Prince George, BC to Smithers, BC.
Tuesday, July 9th
Stage ten: Dad picked me up from the greyhound depot in Smithers in the van and brought me home.
Although there were many different stages of my travel from Opelousas to Smithers, it went very well. My flights both landed early, allowing me to catch an earlier shuttle to meet my cousin. I had a great weekend in Maple Ridge with Uncle Henry, Aunt Ardie, Lynola, and James. Uncle Dave, Aunt Margaret, and Martin came over to join us on Saturday night for pizza. The weather for my bus ride was nice and I was able to enjoy the beauty and variety of BC scenery. I am thankful for all the hospitality and help of relatives and friends who made my trip possible.
Wednesday, July 3, 2013
I Have Amazing Friends!
I am so thankful for the friends God has given me. It has been so much fun to squeeze in last minute visits throughout the past week: dinner at various people's houses, 'coffee', games, meeting for ice cream, visiting the country and swimming in the pool, sharing pictures of Smithers to a captivated (and some not so captivated) audience This evening I am especially thankful for Debbie who volunteered and then came and helped me finish cleaning my apartment for two hours.
I will miss my friends while I am away in Texas, but I look forward to visiting. I also know that although we may be separated now, as Christians we will get to spend eternity together with Jesus and with each other.
I will miss my friends while I am away in Texas, but I look forward to visiting. I also know that although we may be separated now, as Christians we will get to spend eternity together with Jesus and with each other.
Friday, June 21, 2013
Overabundance of Stuff
I have a very first-world problem. I have an overabundance of stuff. Not only do I have excess of the 'necessities' of life like clothes and food, I also have an abundance of non-essiantial items like games, books, and decorations. I am in the process of condensing my possessions and passing on many different things. With that in mind, if you would like something of mine, just ask and I may be happy to give it to you.
As I sort through, organize, and work to eliminate some of my possessions in preparation to move, I am continually reminded of how blessed I truly am. I am thankful to God for the many ways he has blessed my life here in Louisiana, and I know he holds my life in his hands as I venture on from here.
As I sort through, organize, and work to eliminate some of my possessions in preparation to move, I am continually reminded of how blessed I truly am. I am thankful to God for the many ways he has blessed my life here in Louisiana, and I know he holds my life in his hands as I venture on from here.
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