Pool Time Fun During our Heat Wave in the summer of 2009

9:30am Saturday Morning

Jenny The Fish

Stella doing her very best to keep up with Jenny

Jenny Jumping off of the Diving Board

The "Big" boys in the pool


SUMMER FUN.

Just some fun shots of our Guests in the Pool enjoying a dip to get out of the summer heat.

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Sunday Outing to Queen Elizabeth Park - VCVR

Sunday July 26,2009

John, Jenny (white) & Stella (Green)

Stella, Jenny & Thomas (5 from Australia) Playing in the water

SUNDAY - JULY 26, 2009

Once again the sun was shining and they day was bright with possibility. We decided to take our 2 young South Korean girls (Jenny & Stella [10 yrs old]) and our Guests from Australia (Michael, Cynthia & Thomas [5]) out for a wonderful Sunday Drive.

We started out over the Alex Fraser Bridge and drove down South West Marine Drive out past UBC stopping once to get pictures of the view south looking at Vancouver Island.

We continued down past a VERY packed Spanish Banks and up to Queen Elizabeth Park.
parking was great and the park not very crowded. We had a short walk and took some amazing pictures of the view of Vancouver and the Mountains then as it was a scorching hot summer day we took the children over to the fountain. OK - so it took a whole 2 minutes for them to climb in and have an amazing half an hour dodging the water. Eventually they decided to just stand in it. They had a great time and what the heck - it is just water anyway.

The ride home was quick and painless not one complaint about being all wet. They were all sitting on plastic bags. That will teach me not to leave the house without some sort of beach towels. Jenny explained on her way back to the car that this was one of her best days ever - she had never been in a fountain with her clothes on in South Korea. Canada is pretty nice.

Everyone had a great day.

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The Summer of 2009 - Heat Wave!

In The SUN - 40'

In The Shade - 30' - still too hot for me!

Summer Heat in Vancouver

The heat, Oh - the Heat. I am not one to complain about the sunshine, but OK - I have had enough hot sunny days in a row! (JUST KIDDING).

I think it rained (really rained) in May sometime. since then, Vancouver has been hit with a Heat Wave. It makes swimming wonderful, but cooking not so much fun.

The direct sunshine on our patio most days is anywhere from 35 to 40' C. The shade - if you can call it shade away from the direct sun is around 30'.

The wind is warm (Just like California) and sometimes - at night - if you are lucky - you can feel a cool breeze.

If you are planning a trip to Vancouver within the next little while - Pack light and bring lots of sun screen - you are going to need it.

I have not seen many mosquitoes, but I am sure they are around - so bring your bug spray too.

Other than that - enjoy your time here and pull up a chair and drink a few cold ones while listening to your tunes!

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THE POOL IS OPEN at THE GUEST HOUSE

SUMMER HAS ARRIVED AT THE GUEST HOUSE!
IT HAS BEEN 35+ ON THE PATIO THIS WEEK.
THE POOL IS A COOL / REFRESHING 24

Come & enjoy the fun at The Guest House!
There are lots of pool toys to enjoy your time in the water!

JUST REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR SUNBLOCK - DON'T END UP WITH A TERRIBLE BURN!

STILL HAVE A FEW DATES AVAILABLE THROUGH SEPTEMBER BUT THE GUEST HOUSE IS BOOKING UP VERY QUICKLY! DON'T MISS OUT ON AN AMAZING ACCOMMODATION WHILE YOU ARE EXPLORING OUR GREAT CITY!


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Bear Creek Park - Walking Distance from The Guest House

The History of Bear Creek Park

Which way to go? There are so many things to do & see

Bear Creek Gardens

Established in 1996 in association with the City of Surrey, Parks, Recreation and Culture Department. The Bear Creek Park Train features Eddy the Engine and Chough the steam locomotive operating on a 15 inch narrow gauge track. The Bear Creek Park Train is owned by Eddy the Engine and Friends Enterprises Ltd.
It is a licensed narrow gauge railway that operates according to the Railway Act of British Columbia. The train brings family
fun and awareness of railway transportation to the public.

Bear Creek Park - Walking distance from The Guest House is Gorgeous any time of the Year!

See how close we are to the park? Go from "A" to "B" and you are there. Enjoy your walk around our quiet neighbourhood or get there in a few minutes by car.

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The Garden in Bear Creek Park is one of Surrey's finest, filled with horticultural treasures that offer new interest throughout the year. Located within Bear Creek Park on 88th Avenue, east of King George Highway in Surrey, the 5-acre gardens along with other park facilities are open from dawn to dusk daily. Surrounded by a second-growth forest of Cottonwoods, Alders and Western Red Cedars, the garden site was originally cleared and seeded in 1973. The following year, three bridges and footpaths were constructed. Original plantings included a Rhododendron Bed, Heather Bed, Conifer Bed and several mixed horticultural areas. Little expansion took place until 1989, when funds became available to proceed with a Native Walk featuring plants of the Pacific Northwest, a watercourse and pond. Framing the garden entrance from the main park area is a massive gateway constructed of Western Red Cedar. Its style is taken from that of the Coastal Indian Longhouses. A bridge crosses King Creek leading to a kiosk that details the various planting areas within the gardens. The collection of plant material is divided into various groupings including Rhododendrons, Azaleas,

and Heather and Heaths. Other plantings include a Woodland Bed, Cottage Garden, Ornamental Grass Collection and a Shade Garden. Annual bedding and bulb displays add additional colour and interest during the spring and summer months, although the gardens diversity provides enjoyment year round. The gardens have become especially popular with wedding parties, while a small 'chapel' is provided for those wishing to marry in the gardens.

"Bear Creek Park offers a combination of quiet walks and outdoor activities that make it an ideal spot for family adventures or individual exploring. The park includes sports fields, a running track, picnic areas, shelters and a swimming pool. A special family favourite on hot summer days is the water playground. Walking trails wind through meadows and forest, across bridges and streams."

Just another amazing place to visit while staying at The Guest House!


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