Tempe and Chandler, Arizona We’ve just returned from a family-oriented FAM tour to sunny Arizona, hosted by the good people at the Tempe and Chandler Tourism Boards. I must confess, prior to accepting the invitation, Arizona rarely entered the conversation when planning our future family trips. In hindsight, this was a huge oversight, because Arizona meets […]
Aerial Photos of the Grand Canyon
Somewhere over the Grand Canyon, Arizona On our trip to Arizona last week we were treated to some spectacular views of the Grand Canyon on our flight from Vancouver to Phoenix. We only had our phone with us at the time but the photos turned out pretty good. This was the first time we’ve seen […]
From our lens: Winter fun at Sun Peaks Resort
Sun Peaks Ski Resort in Central British Columbia Before each trip we take, I have grand intentions to improve my travel photography. I bring my big lens and my small lens, my tripod and my unipod, my time lapse intervalometer and a variety of camera accessories. I vow to experiment with my photography, to get […]
Looking back – 13 photos that tell our 2013 story
Looking back – 13 photos that tell our 2013 story Have you read enough “year in review” articles yet? What’s one more, right? We had good intentions to write a detailed ‘end of year wrap up’ but these past few weeks have been unexpectedly busy. And not in a good way. Our two little boys have […]
Sea kayaking in Parksville on the coast of Vancouver Island
Parksville Sea Kayaking on Vancouver Island My paddle slices deep into the cold water as the kayak propels me forward. With each breath, my lungs are filled with clean, fresh ocean air. Behind me, the rocky shelled beach that began our adventure disappears. In front of me, the Strait of Georgia separates Vancouver Island from […]
The sequel to our Greatest Adventure begins in 2 weeks!
Huge changes on the horizon! It seems like a lifetime ago that the most epic journey of our lives began – read about it here. In reality, it’s been less than 2 years, but we find it difficult to remember what life was like before Baby B entered our lives. Now, in less than 2 […]
Powerful Statement at the Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica Pier in Los Angeles, California A massive display of military graves was not something we expected to see at the buzzing Santa Monica pier. But it certainly achieved its goal. On the north side of the iconic pier, amongst a sea of colourful umbrellas and beach-goers, lies a powerful political statement that stretches […]
On the Boardwalk: Scenes from Santa Monica to Venice Beach
Scenes from Santa Monica and Venice Beach, California When you think of California, what comes to mind? Is it San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge? Is it the rugged landscapes of Joshua Tree or Yosemite National Parks? Is it the LA Lakers or San Francisco 49ers? The Hollywood sign or the endless vineyards of Napa Valley? For us, […]
