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Winter wonderful

November 27, 2006 by Andrea Bellamy 5 Comments

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My back patio this morning.

Let me tell you about Vancouver. Viewed in light of the Canadian stereotype (igloos, sled-dogs, cops on horseback dressed in red, people saying “aboot” instead of “about,” Celine f*ing Dion playing on every stereo), Vancouver is the antithesis. (Actually, I’m not sure any part of Canada meets that sad criteria, but bear with me.)

But I think what sets Vancouver apart is its mild climate. It snows maybe once a winter, and is washed away within a day or two, so we don’t share that bond common with the rest of Canada. Eastern transplants always make fun of us native Vancouverites because of it – snow falls, and we all freak out. No one is ever prepared – no salt, no winter tires, nada. Which is why I’m at home today instead of work. Work was cancelled because of the snow! I don’t think that would ever happen in Halifax or Toronto.

So, here’s a word to my Vancouver-area neighbours: remember to knock the snow off the limbs of your trees – they can break under the weight.

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The Fagus sylvatica across the courtyard from me needs some help.

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  1. Stuart says

    November 28, 2006 at 5:47 am

    Whoa! And doesn’t it look beautiful. Having never lived in snow I have no empathy for those who do. It all looks incredibly gorgeous and I envy you.

    Fantastic photos Andrea

  2. Maryam in Marrakesh says

    November 28, 2006 at 6:21 am

    eek, I have never been to Vancouver. So Embarassing.

  3. Andrea says

    November 28, 2006 at 6:04 pm

    Stuart – after taking the bus today in below freezing temperatures, I have a new appreciation for those who live with snow more than once or twice a year! (PS: It’s gorgeous when it first falls but soon turns dirty and icky).

    Maryam – what’s to be embarrassed about? Just come for a visit! I’ll show you around. :)

  4. Blacklight says

    November 29, 2006 at 10:01 am

    So pretty and white! Your snow looks more friendsy there than here. It’s probably colder too. Ours in Seattle always partially melts and now it’s turned to Ice! Yesterday and today were snow days so I get to stay out of school. Muahahaha. Just give that fagus a good shaking! I sure do like snow. Hope you’re enjoying it too.

  5. Nelumbo says

    December 1, 2006 at 8:09 pm

    Sounds like South vs North US- we’re never prepared here. But up north snow is no big deal. I kinda miss the snow now that its been a few years.

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