The sweet subtle signs of spring are literally in the air – we experienced the occasional scent of cherry blossoms on our long walk yesterday. Here are a few photos from in and around Beacon Hill Park, Victoria BC.
Lots of snowdrops and the green beginnings of many other spring flowers.
These daffodils are early. Another week of this weather and they will be in full force.
Snowdrops, right on time. (Not unusual for snowdrops in January, and they have been around for a few weeks now.)
The crocus, right on time.
Pink, pink, pink; so pretty! The cherry blossoms are early this year.
Early rhododendrons, usually in their full bloom in March and April.
We received some beautiful tulips last week, so thought I’d photograph them with some of our treasures.
Here are a few new pieces I’ve made in the last couple months. Some are available here.
Jade, freshwater pearls, labradorite, brass, chalcedony and velvet. © Firehorse Designs 2015.
Jade and brass on braided cord. © Firehorse Designs 2015.
Mother of pearl and brass on braided cord. © Firehorse Designs 2015.
Black jasper and brass on braided cord. © Firehorse Designs 2015.
Black jasper, pearls, velvet and copper. © Firehorse Designs 2014
Such a good helper (hinderer), just when GJ is working! Sweetest little girl…
Lovely cold crisp morning today; perfect for an early-morning walk. Here are a few shots from around the Inner Harbour, Victoria BC Canada.
View out at the Inner Harbour from the south side of the Malahat Building/Old Victoria Custom House…
… and from the north side.
Entrance to historic Bastion Square.
Just waiting for the masses to descend 😉 – so thought I’d write a post. We’re holding these little gatherings once a month now; they are super fun. Here are a few picks:
Miss Bunny Drummond awaits the pleasure of company.
Butter tarts, mincemeat tarts and lemon sugar cookies; I haven’t quite let go of the festive season!
Some of my Firehorse Designs jewellery.
Some of GJ’s work, Teds and Objets.
Altho at our home, we try to drag this season of light out as long as possible, alas the city is now wrapping it up and taking down all the lights and decorations. I love Victoria at Christmastime; it’s even more magical to me than when it’s all in bloom the rest of the year. Here’s a few last glimpses from around my neighbourhood from an early morning walk a few days ago.
With a thermos of hot chocolate in hand, we headed out for a nice long walk to Ogden Point in James Bay to meet friends and walk out to the lighthouse at the end of the breakwater. It was a spectacularly glorious day to start the year, crisp and bright. Thanks to our friend J for organizing such a delightful ramble!
Off we go! The railings are a recent addition, making the breakwater friendlier for all walkers and wheel chairs.
Looking back towards the entrance to the inner harbour.
Looking southwest towards the Sooke hills.
The breakwater and lighthouse were completed in 1916.
Looking back from the end you see the alternate walkway along the outside of the breakwater. There were a lot of divers enjoying this excellent shore dive location. This is also a popular spot for fishing.
As we prepare to say farewell to 2014, we wish you all the most joyful new year, filled with love and adventure!
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