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Ahh, happy memories of 5 months ago on captivating Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada (my home away from home!)

One of many delightful and peaceful walking trails

Spotted these two squirrels (keeping social distance before that became the norm!) in nearby Qualicum Beach

Surf meets snow !

Joining in the fun at Skywatch Friday

Thank you Alan for continuing to manage this community blog

Although South Australia is faring well with no new cases of CV19 for some 3 weeks, and there is a gradual relaxation of some restrictions, we are still being encouraged to practise social distancing and good hygiene.  Complacency is our enemy.  Praying for good health and safety for my fellow bloggers around the world.  (Am very grateful for today's technology enabling us to keep "in touch".)

Snow on Vancouver Island

A section of the 19a Highway along the coast of Vancouver Island, 

between Bowser and Courtenay

A bridge within Brooklyn Park woods in Comox

Within the Lighthouse Regional Trail, Bowser

Frozen surface of creek running through the Lighthouse Trail woods

Without ice-grabbing equipment strapped to my hiking boots,

it was a challenge to walk safely on this particular outing

so I turned back, having traversed the trail in milder (but still

attractive in a different way) conditions . . . .

Here's the seat pictured above - minus the snowy "cushion" . . 

 

The island has many many wonderful woods to walk in and appreciate

Joining in with Our World Tuesday

More snow

I couldn't help getting carried away taking shots of my snow-laden surrounds on Vancouver Island in March this year (it being a rarity in Adelaide, South Australia - my usual place of residence).

 

 The entrance to Salish Park

 Taken through the window but it still conveys, I believe, a sense of the magical atmosphere at night

 

 

 

 

This reminded me of an Alpine scene!

 Linking up with Susan at Outdoor Wednesday

Spring Snow!

In the latter part of March this year, my 2-month housesit was coming to an end and Spring was due to arrive - however, a vast quantity of unseasonal snow fell (much to my delight!)

 

 Looking across Comox Marina

 

 The shopping precinct in one part of Courtenay in the Comox Valley

 

On the banks of the marina 

Has Christmas come early - or is it running late?! 

The melt begins 

Looking shoreward from the Marina wharf 

The morning sun bathes the mountain tops (camera clock is wrong!) 

 

Joining in the fun at Our World Tuesday 

(with ongoing thanks to the team who invest their time to keep the meme running)

Golden snow

As the sun set over the Beaufort Ranges, I spotted this reflection in the window of an adjacent condominium

 

Joining in the fun with James' Weekend Reflection

Comox in Winter

While Adelaide, South Australia, was sweltering in temperatures above 40C, it began snowing in Comox the day after I arrived and continued for about a week.

Following are some of the scenes that "filled up my senses" for the ensuing 2 months.

My love for this part of our world has become firmly entrenched in my life

so I ask your forgiveness if I become repetitive with either the images or descriptions!

 

 The view over the Comox estuary looking towards Goose Spit

 

From Comox Harbour, adjacent to the Marina - again looking towards Goose Spit, but closer

 

 A sturdy Palm showing its resilience!

 

Within the residential part of Comox at dusk 

 Comox Marina

 

 I've had no success in identifying this bird, so would be most grateful if someone can do so!

Near Portuguese Joe's fish outlet 

On the banks of the Marina 

 A beautiful Robin enjoying the warmth of sunshine

Looking across the Marina Park towards the Beaufort Ranges 

Logs washed up on the shores of the Harbour 

 

A Blue Heron near the Marina's banks

 

 

I hope you have enjoyed a taste of the Comox Valley - there'll be more in coming weeks.

Linking up with the fascinating site Our World Tuesday and thanking our hosts