Canadian Anniversary Trip
July 9th marked our 30th wedding anniversary. To celebrate, we traveled to Victoria, British Columbia for a special time together. The Lord made it possible for us to spend 8 days there, enjoying the sights and His beautiful creation.
on the BC ferry from Vancouver to Victoria
ferry
Washington mountains in the distance
touring the Butchart Gardens
amazing
under the rose garden archway
The Fairmont Empress Hotel
taking part in the elegant High Tea at The Empress
treated to a special dessert in honor of our anniversary
on the steps of the Empress
Craigdarroch Castle, built in 1890
two of a kind!
our cool means of “cruising” the country
a trip up the coast to Sooke
view of the bay
on top of the world
relaxing
Victoria Harbour Ferry
floating homes and marinas
view of The Empress from the Harbour Ferry
Legislative Building
gorgeous hanging baskets
on our way back to Vancouver
driving up to Squamish (half-way to Whistler, the site of the 2010 Winter Olympics)
Horseshoe Bay (outside of Vancouver)
The Capilano Suspension Bridge… quite the suspense!
view of Vancouver from the peak of Grouse Mountain
flying over snow-capped mountains on our way home
July 18th, 2007 09:56
Wow! What GORGEOUS pictures! You are real journalist/photographers! Very impressive. Did you request a seat by the window at the Empress or did it just work out that way? It looks like exactly the same spot we sat at! How very fun. We’re so glad you had such a beautiful time.
with love,
Cailan and Josh
July 18th, 2007 13:15
Not usually a poet, but inspired by the skills of Mr. Lavin, I am going to give it a try.
Such a beautiful couple, the Lavins are indeed.
Classy and elegant, as is their godly seed.
Lynette, so fortunate, to possess a family man.
Tall and handsome, with a glowing tan.
John, so blessed, with a dedicated wife.
A vision of what men look for, one personified.
Thirty years together,what the hours would say.
Their love,in Christ, will never fade away.
Lord bless them,and the many generations
yet to be seen
Perpetuate love and faithfulness thats in John and Lynette Lavin
July 18th, 2007 20:37
What beautiful pictures!! Thanks so much for sharing them with us! We’re glad you had such a wonderful time. Happy Anniversary!
L, meagan and andrew
July 22nd, 2007 19:06
Thanks for sharing a glimpse of Victoria…Your pictures are spectacular, especially the ones of high tea and of the Empress Hotel from the Harbour Ferry! Happy Anniversary!