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Whippletree Junction

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 14:16:05 +0000

Here is a place that is just full of family fun. This place never failed to be full of fun, especially on those days when I had nothing to do, and I wanted something to keep me occupied.

Whippletree Junction is set within 14 restored buildings from the early 1900’s, filled with specialty shops and restaurants. The Junction is situated 7 km south of Duncan.

Got a slow day…want some entertainment….be sure to check this place out!

Photo Credits: www.explorevancouverisland.com

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Victoria’s Annual Blossom Count

Sat, 19 Jan 2008 13:28:55 +0000

While most Canadians suffer through deep snow and bitter cold. Victoria enjoys the beginning of Spring.

For one week in early to mid February, the people of Greater Victoria on Vancouver Island count all the blossoms they can find. The results are then reported to the volunteers at the Flower Count HQ by telephone to 360.BUDS (2837) and prizes are awarded to the callers chosen at random each day.

How to Count:

Small tree full of blossoms 250,000 blossoms
Medium tree full of blossoms 500,000
Large tree full of blossoms 750,000
Small Heather bush 500
Medium Heather bush 1,000
Large Heather bush 2,000

Previous Years Counts:

3,364,658,680
Flowers counted in 2007

5,358,902,569
Flowers counted in 2006

4,773,559,314
Flowers counted in 2005

If you have the time, be sure to get out there and get counting…I know I will be there counting away!!

Photo Credits: Rentalo Web Site.

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Last minute Holiday Shopping

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 12:46:10 +0000

I came across this website today as I was searching around for some cute gift ideas for our much loved cat, it’s called Kitty Wigs www.kittywigs.com

I was going to do a standard last minute shopping ideas post, but when I saw this I knew I had to show everyone.
The following photos are from their website, and it almost has me convinced that if you have a cat, it should definately have one of these for the holidays.

Merry Cristmas to all the cat lovers out there!

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Take your dog out for lunch

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 14:21:07 +0000

Doggie Style Deli operates a great doggie-diner designed to accommodate your four-legged friend. The tables and booths have been lowered, and a “no-fault” piddle policy is all part of their efforts to provide a comfortable setting for your pet.

Specializing in the PANDEAN diet (pasteurized, nutrient dense and all natural), the meals offered are prepared fresh daily and served in silver bowls. You are welcome to bring in your own lunch and/or drinks, because this dining experience is for your pet only; there is no people food served here!

Summer hours are from 11 am to 7 pm on Monday and Tuesday, and from 10 am to 7 pm Wednesday through Sunday. Winter hours are 11 am to 6 pm on Monday and Tuesday; 10 am to 7 pm Wednesday through Saturday, and 10 am to 6 pm on Sunday.
Well behaved dogs need not be on a leash when inside the restaurant.
Even if you don’t have a dog, but are a dog-lover…borrow your friend’s dog for the afternoon…it is a fun and fantastic way to spend a couple of hours.

Located at: 985 Denman Street Vancouver
604.448.0388

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