A few weeks back, we found a nice place to go for a walk along the ocean. It's a park called Neck Point, and on Saturday, we had a beautiful day to take Jenn there. Although there was still snow on the paths and boardwalks, it was an easy walk.
There's only a few short uphills; but the views are totally worth it. You also drive through a very nice part of Nanaimo to get there. No cookie cutter homes in this area; and beautiful properties and views all around.
On Sunday, we toured around the harbour and downtown Nanaimo, before heading off to do some shopping. One of Jenn's favorite meals that I make is Chimichanga's from left over pot roast, so on Sunday night we feasted on chimi's. And then headed off for a hot tub and sauna.
Monday, Jenn and I headed off for a day of touring. We started mid morning in Chemainus; which is a small artsy community; with beautiful murals painted on buildings throughout the community. Made our way through half a dozen shops; but didn't do too much damage to the wallets.
Next stop was a picnic lunch at the summit of the Malahat. And then into Victoria. We toured around the cruise ship pier first; but didn't see any ships. Next stop was fisherman's wharf. Had my camera with me this time; and took some pictures of the house boats. Came across some harbour seals, just in time for some locals to feed fish to them. We then stopped at mile marker "0" on the Trans Canada where there was also a statute of Terry Fox.
Toured through some pretty nice neighbour hoods for a while and then made our way back to downtown, where we walked through the Empress Hotel; past the Parliament building and along the inner harbour before meeting my friend Barb for dinner.
Yesterday was spent at the casino, where we won; followed by a session of bingo, we both won; how often does that happen? And a stroll along the river in our park. We dropped her off bright and early this morning, at the ferry terminal and this time, there wasn't a speck of snow anywhere!
We had a great time with Jenn; and thoroughly enjoyed our visit with her. Who will be our next guest? We hear our couch is really comfy!
