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    12 de octubre de 2024
    Cari KrippnerWhistler, BC CanadaViajero
    Morning sunshine through the trees
    Cedar Groves2Fiery Red LeavesMushrooms SurprisesSunrise Over the TreesLots of TrailsSplashes of ColorEverywhereYouTurnSurprisingly Beautiful NatureInukshuk... symbolic of opening, welcoming, and strength2I saw 2 bears today. #1And #2Reminds me of Spain's recyclingVery busy with many people and dogs3My least favorite activity: trying on new clothes but when they are 60% off, I had to do it.

    Sunny Sunday in Whistler

    13 de octubre de 2024, Canadá ⋅ ☁️ 48 °F

    When Cindy made reservations for Whistler last fall, she had no idea it would land on the Canadian Thanksgiving. We are in the mist of Turkey Sales at Whistler and masses of people from Vancouver are coming to celebrate Thanksgiving.

    This was not how I imagined slowly getting used to people and every day life. I took an early morning walk before the masses descended on Whistler Village. It was a lovely walk and I was amazed how fast I could walk without a pack on. Then, Cindy and I watched a BBC mystery to 'decompress'. Afterwards, she went to the library and market, while I went to the Village.

    I despise clothes shopping and Cindy, more often than not, clicks some buttons and some new clothes appear in my drawers. I'm quite fine with that. But while strolling down the crowded walkways, I had a gravitational pull from a 60% off sign in front of the Eddie Bauer store. There in a box in front of the store was a soft shirt and shorts in my new and improved smaller size! Then, while walking to the fitting room, I found a pair of pants that were 50% off! I love celebrating Thanksgiving in Canada. I needed the staff to assure me that everything fit perfectly and finally headed back to the condo exhausted!

    I did see 2 (nonliving) bears on the way back and returned in time to watch Cindy make Mexican Casserole for dinner. Tomorrow is the "official holiday" so the library will be closed.

    Happy Canadian Thanksgiving!
    I'm thankful every day to everyone I know and all I have seen and done.    Leer más

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  • Cari KrippnerWhistler, BC CanadaViajero
    Fall Leaves
    Singing Pass trailCool Digger ManeuverThe trail reminded me of SpainExcept for the edging and soft needlesGreat SignageI miss PNW trailsWashoutYellow amongst the greensWater always goes downI turned around at Harmony CreekThis is what I sawIt was a mystical magical morningSmiling after my little walkBikes hanging on for dear lifeI yielded for fast bikersThe folks in Red are Safety PatrolThis young one wanted to go againAfter spraying off his bike, he spayed himself offI bagged a Moose todayThe Colors of WhistlerMy Spa Package

    Canadian Thanksgiving

    14 de octubre de 2024, Canadá ⋅ 🌧 48 °F

    I awoke to a glorious day. My phone said "No rain until 10:00 AM", so I thought I would get a quick hike in before it came. I left in Gortex, boots, my floppy hat, and my trusty walking sticks and within 4 blocks the sky opened up!

    That did not deter me. I was pleased no one was around and headed to the nearest mountain. I sauntered up Singing Pass until a wash out prevented me from continuing, then turned around and went down. After all the trails in Spain, this one was Magical! It had moss, colors, bridges over rushing water, an opportunity to watch crazy people racing down muddy tracks on mountain bikes, and kids going up the ski lift yelling 'Happy Thanksgiving' to me as they waved. I also didn't see a single person until I finished the 15K (9 mile) 1500 elevation walk. Then I saw 2 ladies beginning the walk as I was finishing.

    By the time I returned to the condo, I needed a hot shower and nourishment. After I finished my online substitute training, I pursued Cindy to ride the free buses. They are only free today. It's kind of nerdy but fun to see where the routes take you. I was hoping for a glimpse of a bear, but no such luck.

    This evening we enjoyed Mexican Casserole (which always tastes better the 2nd day) and watched a couple mysteries.

    The biggest surprise of the day was the front desk telling me I won the Thanksgiving drawing!! I wrote the correct answer (yes, Canada used to celebrate Thanksgiving in November) and the manager pulled my name. I don't usually win, but love to fill out anything so I was genuinely surprised. It contained warm fuzzy socks, a small succulent, scented candle, mug with a small spoon and tea, a nice little notebook...all useful items.

    Until tomorrow,    Leer más

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  • Cari KrippnerWhistler, BC CanadaViajero
    Whistler Color
    Beaver DamMushroomsDid not see any Grizzly BearsHuge FungiNature SoundsLovely mushroomPNW trail without lots of rocksGood SignageSmall FallsCool Shelf FungusFollow the waterCoral MushroomIt looks like a Sun-RoomAnother mushroomAnd another mushroomShelf FungusVacation CindyOne Mile BoardwalkBig Metal BellWestern Toad

    Mushroom Tuesday

    15 de octubre de 2024, Canadá ⋅ ☁️ 45 °F

    After all the rain we had yesterday, I awoke to fungus everywhere! I love mushrooms. I wish I knew more about them like which ones are edible. For now, I enjoy finding them pushing up against the soil after a strong rain. Knowing that what I see is only a small part of these amazing fungi (which can span miles underground) fascinates me. So today I took way too many pictures of mushrooms.

    I woke up and went on a short hike to Rainbow Falls. On my way there, I noticed a beaver dam, but no beaver. It's so fun to get 5 miles done before noon.

    I enjoyed the sound of the water cascading over the rocks, the smell of the damp moss, and the soft trail under my feet. I'm amazed how lucky we are to live in such a beautiful place.

    In the afternoon, Cindy took me to One Mile Park and we walked on a (you guessed it) one mile loop boardwalk. I found a huge metal bell to ring and a little Western Toad. The day stayed overcast but it never rained. It was perfect.

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  • Cari KrippnerWhistler, BC CanadaViajero
    1Trees on Fire
    Paths that look like riversOlympics RingsSculpture of a bird's nestNew TotemFace SculptureI love All the ArtLocal artist who died too youngI love his bright colorsAnd Nature Themes2Can a picture capture the sound of water?Fall StreamsSwirling WaterNature TrailRocks and FernsA bit of blue skyLost LakeFound a RainbowBear Sighting for the DayPosing

    Wonderful Wednesday in Whistler

    16 de octubre de 2024, Canadá ⋅ ☁️ 36 °F

    Today was a gorgeous day. Clouds, Sprinkles, and even a little bit of Sun. I woke up and went for a 6 mile saunter around Lost Lake. Funny thing, the lake was not lost. It was right there. The clouds were low, but I saw it! I took some more rugged Nature Trails as I circum- navigated the body of water in the stillness of the morning.

    I spent a couple hours working on a puzzle and then took another walk through the Village. I tried on a couple of rain pants but apparently they don't make them for people who are vertically challenged. They were all 4 inches too long! I'll keep looking because I'm determined to keep walking in the winter rain.

    I also enjoyed giving my Mom a tour of Whistler while I talked to her on Whatsapp. I love the playground, the way they have put log-like benches in the shade for adults to use (when it's hot), and the concrete structure covered with tiles and tubes to pass things through. We also got to watch a young man effortlessly string Christmas lights around a huge evergreen using a Genie telescopic boom lift. That would be so useful for cleaning roofs and gutters!

    Tomorrow is predicted to have sun! There are 4 more lakes to walk around. I don't think I'll get to all of them.

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  • Cari KrippnerWhistler, BC CanadaViajero
    Blue Sky and Colorful Trees
    Getting Some Vitamin DLake #1Alta LakeOld LodgesNita LakeLovely TrailAlpha LakeMetal Bells ArtPoem #1Forest Art?Interesting TreasureLooking at MeGiants ChairsPoem #2 My FavoriteBeaver pondOnly Bear SightingNature's BeautyStoney PineconeBright Colors

    The Sun Came Out

    17–18 oct. 2024, Canadá ⋅ ☁️ 41 °F

    What a delight when I looked out the window and saw the blue sky this morning! Sun must equal warmth. In my excitement, I put on my new shorts and hurried outside for my walk. It hasn't been busy since the weekend but I noticed the few people I saw were not wearing shorts! Well, I walked briskly enough to stay warm and I had my gloves.🧤 It's odd to leave the country in the summer and come back thinking things should be the same but you have missed almost a whole season.

    Today I walked around lakes: Alta, Nita, and Alpha and a beaver pond. Almost 6 miles of glorious sunshine albeit brisk air. I found interesting art, metal detritus/art, and colorful flowers hanging on.

    I enjoyed warming up in front of the fireplace and working on my fall puzzle for a couple of hours then Cindy and I bindged watched some episodes of Grantschester.

    I have truly relaxed this week and enjoyed the beauty around me. I only wished Cindy was feeling better. She has a cold that is stuck in her chest and keeping her inside.

    We were going to go home early but decided she can recover and sleep in the condo just as well as at home and I can get outside and stay away from her to avoid getting sick.

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  • Cari KrippnerWhistler, BC CanadaViajero
    2Fall Leaf
    Rainy DayTree FaceBusy WorkersWelcome TotomOnly Working FountainWelcome SignAnimal SignFound a BearBear SightingLove the SignageNo Mountain TodayWater Going Down the TrailToday's TrailThe Last of the MushroomsHuge CedarsGood-bye Until Next Year

    Last day at Whistler

    17–23 oct. 2024, Canadá ⋅ ☁️ 41 °F

    Usually we stay 7 days, but Cindy has a hacking cough so it is time to return home to get her well. To say I have enjoyed my time is an understatement. As Cindy has slept, I have relished my time in nature.

    Today I was greeted with low clouds, barely a mountain could be seen. Snow was predicted but while I walked around the Village it was only cold and very wet. So I found what I liked about Whistler.

    I like the clear signage that can be found everywhere.

    I like the huge trees, moss, and colorful leaves.

    I like the totems. I saw the Welcome Totom that I had seen being carved.

    I like all the mushrooms.

    I like watching everyone work to make Whistler look great: the person putting lights up in the tall evergreens, the many people who blow and rake up the leaves, the hundreds of people who keep the hotels and restaurants going.    Leer más

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    Fin del viaje
    20 de octubre de 2024