Author Archives: Helen

Labour Day weekend

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Helen

This weekend was Labour Day weekend. Officially marking the end of the summer and the return to school it falls on the first Monday of September each year. I was lucky enough to have a 4 day weekend, which after … Continue reading →

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Queen Elizabeth Park in Autumn

Posted on September 26, 2010 by Helen

On Sunday we wandered along to Queen Elizabeth Park. Despite being only about a 20 minute walk from our apartment we hadn’t been before. September was definitely the best time to go for the first time. The leaves are all … Continue reading →

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Antiquing

Posted on September 20, 2010 by Helen

My friend Beth has just moved into a new place and is rather desperately in need of furniture.  So on Sunday we went in search of some bargains on Antique Alley in New Westminster.  I took my camera along for … Continue reading →

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Farmers Market

Posted on September 20, 2010 by Helen

I’m fairly certain the farmers market is the best place to do your shopping. It’s just so colourful you can’t help but be happy. A far cry from the over packaged shelves of the supermarket.

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Looking back in preparation for looking forward

Posted on September 1, 2010 by Helen

I have kept a sporadic diary over the past year.  Whenever I have remembered, or managed to find the time I have endeavored to record new experiences as they have presented themselves.  Invariably though, life has got in the way.  … Continue reading →

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