Spring is here!

Today is, or seems to be, the first day I will officially call spring. This year winter seemed to last a lot longer than usual; every year for that matter winter seems to grasp its hold a little tighter before surrendering to the warmth of spring. I’ve always found it hard to accept that, yes, this is Canada, and yes, I should just quit complaining and live with it, but snow in April?! That’s a bit ridiculous and I refuse to accept THAT (even though I don’t ultimately have a say in this).

The warm sunny day caught me by surprise. I didn’t know what to do to embrace it and show my loving appreciation to the Universe. I decided to capture some beautiful shots to keep the excitement fresh in my mind for those not-so-nice days in this part of the world.
I grabbed my camera and off I went. I didn’t know where I was going, but frolicking aimlessly.

My first photo was of the flowers and bright green grass that sprung up outside the front door under my childhood favourite bush.

It was all gorgeous. I smiled the entire time (probably looking slightly foolish to the folk passing by). It made me think of everything I wanted- I had to do this summer. I made a list in my head to remember and write down a.s.a.p. after my adventure, but I forgot the majority when walking through the door (something that happens way to often in my case haha).
Not all was forgotten though. So this is what I managed to jot down;

Summer To-Do list, i.e. Bucket List ‘09:
Kayaking
Hike as many trails in BC/Ontario
Visit Victoria/Toronto/Montreal-St. Catherine Street here I come!
Trip to Tofino for a weekend
BC old growth forest adventure - Cathedral Grove (MacMillan Provincial Park)
Camping - Buttle Lake/Ralf River*
Find the most beautiful sunset on the island (how could I judge this one?)
Go to the beach with a friend and spend the entire day there. Dawn ‘til dusk.
Gather up friends and play soccer/football/Frisbee
Frolf. A lot. I am determined to master a little skill here…
Photograph every moment. Develop the pictures and make a collage. Do this every year!!
Kussam Climb
Find a parade - and join it.

(List still under construction - always welcoming ideas ^^ )

My fairy tree <3