Water views or gardens? This was the question we asked our visitor from Alberta today. Water won out, so we headed to Sidney-by-the-sea for a sunny afternoon walk. No formal gardens, but lots of spring blossoms lined the pathway. Aren't the daffodils gorgeous?
Daffodils and crocuses, yes, but tulips, too, in the first week of March. Pure delight.
The Pier Bistro perches on the end of the dock with a clear view of Mt. Baker across the water. Crab cakes with salad made a delicious lunch for me; Tim and Janet had crab cakes and seafood chowder. The restaurant is small but very busy, a sure sign of good food.
Tall masts reflected in the water in the marina. I thought of so many of my fellow bloggers still battling snow and cold. I'd like to waft a little of this gorgeous sunshine across the continent, but will have to be content with sharing photos. Take heart, spring is coming!
Linking with Sunlit Sunday, hosted by Karen of My Little Home and Garden.
Lovely photos Lorrie! I would vote for a walk by the sea also knowing how gorgeous it is. Enjoyed seeing the view of Mt. Baker--so miss visits to BC and Washington state.
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Aimee
PS: Noticed our blueberries are starting to bloom now. Cannot believe this spring-in-winter weather:)
I've enjoyed those crab cakes too - delicious! The flowers and blue skies are spirit-lifters, aren't they!?
ReplyDeleteIt's a real joy to look at those pictures. I once had a friend from Vancouver but we have lost each other ...I'm sure it's an outstanding area.
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Love this post. Wish I could be eating crab cakes there too. Especially love the top photo
ReplyDeleteOh yes, to eat crab cakes and dabble my toes in the water, bliss! Still a little way to go though. I love your daffodils and tulips. It's the same here... and the sun is shining - Just!! xx
ReplyDeleteIt's all looking so Spring like. Lovely to see sunny pictures.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful views, delicious lunch, and the spring flowers are a real thrill to see. :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat a tough decision that would be. So much beauty to be found in your area as you have illustrated so well here today. This is a most encouraging post for those still in the grips of winter.
ReplyDeleteMy daffodils are sporting plump buds and our predicted warmer weather should have them open in no time. Can't wait.
Nice to see the spring bulbs in flower! AHHHH! Hope for the future.
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, those blues are fabulous! Are they real? I also loved the pictures of the spring buds...you are lucky! Thanks for giving me a little bit of awww.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!!! And crab cakes too? A PERFECT day out!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Lin
Thanks for sharing this beautiful waft of springtime with us Lorrie! What a gorgeous day.
ReplyDeleteWonderful weather we are having and I love the view of Mt. Baker - not one we get to see very often.
ReplyDelete(I do not know what causes such skitzy~fritzy problems here, but I have "lost" a comment on the iPad and now here on the PC. Trying again!)
ReplyDeleteAhhhh, yes, spring is coming, just not today. What fantastic photographs of spring's arrival in your corner. The flowers are beyond gorgeous.
We have lunched at that very spot too...always a pleasant view and good food.
ReplyDeleteWow, to have tulips already!!! We have a few leaves peeking out, but nowhere near flowering! Wonderful to see these spring blooms and to go on your walk with you! xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a charming place to eat!
ReplyDeleteWater won out, but with its share of blooms, so it's a win-win, no? Oh, those tulips, little pink ambassadors of spring! Crab cakes by the sea, how perfect can that be?!
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely week, Lorrie!
Poppy
So nice to get some time with Janet! I would most likely chosen the water views as well. Enjoying forsythia, hellebores and hyacinth here in Surrey. The crocus clumps have finished their show, my daffs and tulips are a little slower.
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ReplyDeleteBeauty everywhere! I was also noticing the snow capped Mountain in the distance-spectacular views.
Jemma
Striking photos- love the tulips and the beautiful blue water. We still have frozen water all around us but soon it will be melted since our temps are rising this week. Love the photo at the pier with the mountain in the background!
ReplyDeleteOh what lovely flowers! Your photos make me eager for my annual trip to Oregon. Glad you had such a great time. :) Kit
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice walk , Lorrie and and so nice to see so many bulbs blooming there! We still have snow on the ground and probably won't see spring till late May here.
ReplyDeleteWhat a delightful seaside stroll. We're glad you invited us to join you.
ReplyDeleteAlthough the day here was beautiful and very springlike, we still have a long way to go before we see daffodils or tulips -- lots of snow that is melting.
Wishing you a lovely week ahead...
Brenda
xox
So beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this seaside stroll with us!
Deanna
Spring is looking lovely in your corner by the sea! It seems that those of us who are enjoying early spring are feeling almost guilty as we watch the weather on the east coast of the continent.
ReplyDeleteLovely! :)
ReplyDeleteLovely! :)
ReplyDeleteLovely photos, Lorrie, especially the daffodils and tulips of course... :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing some of your sunshine!
Gorgeous views and seafood too! I would love this.
ReplyDeleteMt. Baker we see from my sister-in-laws home in Washington,
so it is fun to see it from a different view.
Loved your seaside stroll, such uplifting photos! The blue sky and the beautiful flowers are so cheering.....and your lunch sounded delicious.
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Enjoyed taking your stroll with you. I will be sharing my seashore images soon too. I had the worst time getting onto your site. Guess Google wanted to do a security check-up right when I came for a visit. I tried a half dozen codes before finding out what they were up to...whew ;)
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful day you must have had, sea, sun and flowers.
ReplyDeleteAmalia
xo
Wow! Everything sure is looking beautiful over there. The blue is so blue! Gorgeous! Best wishes, Tammy
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful part of the world you live in. I visited Canada last year and was just amazed at the beauty. I am new to your blog and came from Jen and Laurie's new Facebook group.
ReplyDeleteJudy
What lovely weather and sights your friend from Alberta got to enjoy. We've heard that the tulips will be popping up early in Mount Vernon this year, too.
ReplyDeleteI'll be sure to share my tulips, Lorrie . . . if you can wait until May. How beautiful it is in your part of the country! The flowers are gorgeous, the harbour inviting and the lunch sounds wonderful.
ReplyDeleteKaren