Fai Quan
formerly known as "Prosaic Traveller"
Saskatchewan Canada (4) – St. Peter’s Parish
Across Highway #5 from St. Peter’s College, you will find St. Peter’s Parish.
A bright day offers a nice contrast between the white church against a blue sky.
When you first enter, you would be taken aback by the beautiful artwork that adorned ceilings and walls
Saskatchewan Canada (3) – St. Peter’s College
About 100km east of Saskatoon is the small city of Humboldt. I spent my childhood here and those memories included a place called St. Peter’s College. Every time I walked home from our family-owned cafe, I would look down the street and with an unobstructed view, I could see the silver roof-top.
In my latter high school years, I participated in the drama group which held its’ Monday evening classes at this college. Recently, I revisited this place and found the solitude and beauty most enlightening.
A small replica birdhouse of the college stands beside the main building. The silver roof-top that I could see from my home, 10km away.
Looking down at the same birdhouse from top floor window.
The dark hallways were empty during our visit.
A large window set deep into the wall allows a nice seating spot.
The organ pipes in the Chapel
Pews surrounded by lovely stained glass windows.
Large growth of trees separates different areas of the college grounds.
The Monastery Cemetery is the final resting place for the many Priests who served at the College.
A beautiful pathway from the graveyard to the main building.
Vancouver BC, Canada (6) – Granville Island
Granville Island is located south of downtown Vancouver with False Creek separating the two. Every time I’m in Vancouver, I put aside some time to spend here. The Public Market has many unique stalls providing a huge assortment baked goods, seafood, fruit, vegetables, cheeses and meats.
My favourite part of the visit would be to grab a hot bowl of seafood chowder and finish it off with an espresso and high stack apple pie.
A view of the Market from the Granville Bridge
The deck surrounding the Public Market
The Island is home to many shops and restaurants
Up close and personal with feathered friends
Buskers displaying their skills
Front entrance to one of the many restaurants
Houseboats line the dock
Vancouver BC, Canada (5) – Taking Flight
Vancouver Harbour, which sits on north of Vancouver, is home to small airplanes. We spent a number of hours watching them coming and going.
Coming in for a landing.
A smooth departure. A view of North Vancouver in the background.
Airplane parking at a premium.
Vancouver BC, Canada (4) – Fall Foliage
The past few visits to Vancouver has always occurred in the fall due to the fact that my adult daughter had gone there for educational purposes and allowed me to tag along. I always find fall colours seem to be more outstanding in Vancouver. I think it has to do with the rain and/or misty weather. Just like in the prairies, after a rainfall the scenery appears more brighter. It’s like washing the dirt away from the air.
Vancouver BC, Canada (3) – Feathered Friends
A great place for birds. I could never understand why certain birds, such as pigeons, choose to spend their winters in Saskatchewan, when they can be here.
A white goose in Stanley Park
Stanley Park
Along the pedway around Stanley Park
This seagull perched himself next to me on a park bench that overlooked English Bay. Our short conversation was mostly one-sided. He was a great listener.
Looking down on some ducks by Granville Island
Filing in a single row on English Bay
Our Canadian Geese
Colourful ducks
A seagull by the Aquabus Stop on Hornby
Vancouver, BC Canada (2) – Water Transportation
This coastal city takes advantage of the water with its’ various water transportation. Whether you are heading out of town or just getting across the creek, you will find a way to get there.
These great water buses are just a few minutes ride to take along or to the other side of False Creek.
Tugboats
Sailboats
A northwestern view from the Granville Bridge
A cargo ship, a sailboat and taxiboat
A nice day for sailing
Canoes taking a break
Kayak fun
Little boat fun
An Aquabus being dwarfed by a yacht
False Creek
Vancouver, BC Canada (1) – Glass Towers
One of my favourite Canadian cities, I make a point of visiting this place as much as possible. Located on the warm pacific west coast, Vancouver boasts a beautiful harbour surrounded by tall glass towers.
Looking down Davies Street
A rooftop terrace on a residential apartment
Olympic Village – located on the south banks of False Creek
Looking towards the north banks of False Creek
Downtown Vancouver
The orange glow of a sunset against George Wainborn Park and surrounding condos.
Nature at the top
Vancouver Convention Centre
The Fairmont Pacific Rim
Autumn at the Harbour Green Park
Hong Kong & Kowloon (8) – The People
People at work
A sweeper at Law UK Fold Museum Rest Garden
Collecting garbage in the water at Central Piers
A newspaper and magazine stand
Street vendor preparing some delicious bites
A fisherman repairing a broken net at Cheung Chau Island
Erecting a new sign
Children
Enjoying the breeze on a ferry
Copying what many people do with their smartphones
Shopping
People waiting in line to enter high end stores.
A crowded Apple Store
Sports and Leisure at Victoria Park
Tai Chi
Soccer
Basketball
Others
Adding his notes of encouragement and signature to the Marathon White Board
Texting or playing a game to help pass the time on a transit train
Entertaining the crowds in Kowloon after a Laser Light Show
Waiting their turn to practice in a marching band
Shooting a video
Checking out the goldfish at Lohas Park
Playtime for your pet
Hong Kong (7) – The Peak
On a clear night you can get a magnificent bird’s eye view of Hong Kong (foreground) and Kowloon(background) from the Peak. I wish I could have gotten a better panoramic photo but this will have to suffice. We found ourselves a sweet spot on the outdoor deck of the Second Cup cafe. Picture this: caramel latte, new york cheesecake, the music of Van Morrison, Billy Joel, the Beatles…and this is your view.
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