July 4, 2009

Went down to the Fuller's for July 4, 2009 celebrations and activities. Was Mark's first 4th in the States since the Summer of '06, so he was excited. We didn't take many photos either (Beavertooth). We had a blast though, thanks Dean and Melissa!!! See you up here soon!


Had lunch on the 4th right above the Public Market...tender vibes. Tender bloody mary's and mimosa's as well!

Meg really likes Crumpets, and just had to snap a photo of The Crumpet Shop. She didn't buy a crumpet though for some reason.

Meg with giant eggplant and 4th banner above her head. The sun was out, it was a wonderful day.

Pig head.

Argentina Revisited

Here is a selection of film photos that we really like (for one reason or another), from our trip to Argentina in January. Hope you enjoy them...

Been Ages... Part 2

Update number two.


My turn! The fam came up for my graduation. I love it when they visit!

Meghan lives in Vancouver, so she wasn't visiting, but Liz was. I love it when she visits as well, and was very happy they were both there!

My Mom was also there, but thought three pictures of me in my regalia would have been overkill. Anyhow, my Mom was here for five days and I showed her around the city. This was taken on Granville Island. The weather was gorgeous!

Mom and fountain.

After the family had all left, Meg's good friend Hilary came for a visit. Again, the weather was beautiful, so we went on a bike ride to a park to play some bocce and sip some brews.

Magical.

Flagpole Throw, Shawnigan Lake, 2009.

Been Ages... Part 1

Recently realized it had been close to three months since updating this badboy, so here is an update.


Went to the island (Vancouver Island, that is) and went on a hike through the Mystic Vail...this is Meghan in a Mystical Paradise.

I wasn't acting Mystical in this photo, but was feeling the Mystic Vibes regardless.

Reminds me of Super Mario Bros. Very trim!

Seems that Dog should have a helmet on! And maybe a rain slicker as well.

Went to California for my sister's graduation. It was a lovely day all around... Congrats Katie!!

The day after the aforementioned graduation, we headed to Catalina for a little rest and relaxation (and some beers).

BBH! That's Big Buck Hunter for those that aren't in the know. Next time you are in Avalon, head to The Marlin Club and play you some huntin' games.

Artwork in The Marlin Club's WC.

Nothing wrong with a steak every now and then. The creamed corn looks like throw-up. Sorry 'bout that...

Dogmania!

No, we didn't get a dog... But we did this 1,000 piece 'DOGMANIA' puzzle, courtesy of Ravensberger!

Whistler (and Squamish) Vibrations

Went to Whistler on Saturday and stayed the night with Andy and Nikki in Squamish that night. Any day of snowboarding at Whistler is amazing, but this day pretty much took the cake. Loads of snow the previous week, sunshine, good company, and cold temperatures made for a perfect day. The only imperfect thing was the fact it was so crowded...didn't matter, we had a blast anyway. Thanks to Andy and Nikki for the wonderful hospitality and for taking us to the Grizzly!!! We owe you one!


The crew...Mark, Meghan, Nikki, and Andy.

The line! Didn't matter though...look at all that lovely snow in the background!

So they have this gondola at Whistler now, that connects the Whistler Peak with the Blackcomb Peak...pretty freaky stuff. We had to ride it. This thing stretches for an eternity, and is supported by only four towers. The valley between the towers is massive...and the drop is ridiculous. Photos, obviously, cannot do it justice. Ride it when you get the chance.

The drop. Each gondola holds 20 people, and some of them have glass bottoms; ours didn't unfortunately. Check out how small the gondola looks in the upper left hand corner of this photo.

This ones for you Dean & Melissa...ahhh, such good memories!

The Grizzly Bar & Grrrill Pub, Squamish, BC. As your attorney I advise you to have some drinks at this place as soon as humanly possible. You must experience it for yourself.

Video of the Peak 2 Peak Gondola in Whistler.

Portland is a fun place.

We went to Portland a couple weeks back, to visit Stevie & Monica. Jeff & Natalie live there as well, and Travis, Jim, and Dean & Melissa all came to enjoy good company in a nice setting. Portland really is a nice setting for a reunion of sorts. Some of these photos are Stevie's, and can be found on his blog, and probably on Facebook as well. But figured might as well post them to one more place on the World Wide Web.


The most yummiest cupcakes we've ever had.

Here is your ultimate tourist shot, out front of Voodoo Doughnuts. The maple bar with bacon on top is fun to eat.

Posse up!

Meghan and Mark down by the schoolyard. Forgot the name of this place, so schoolyard will have to suffice.

It snowed in Portland. Been a very snowy winter.

Meghan Poppins!

The Blazers blew the Lakers out on this night. That's okay though, they just better hope they don't play the Lakers in the playoffs.

Crappy photo (thanks Stevie) of Mark in Laker gear in front of the Rose Garden. Yeah, there was some heckling...