About last night…I mentioned in yesterday’s journal that we were going to go out later to hopefully catch a glimpse of the northern lights. Jim, Gen, and I went out about 11:00 and walked to the darkest area we could find along the waterfront. No northern lights — way too much light pollution, even if they had been present — but the lights around the shoreline were very pretty.
Our big goal is to see Butchart Gardens. Rich and I were last here in 2005 — 20 years ago! And, of course it does not disappoint. Please forgive the barrage of pictures; these are only a sample of the many photos taken today.
After Butchart gardens, we drive back to the hotel, wander up the street to a local pharmacy and enjoy a leisurely late-afternoon lunch in a garden restaurant. But we’re not done eating. Much later, we return to our local pub/restaurant to share appetizers and once again order the waffle churros.
I know they just look like waffles, but they taste like a combination of churros, donuts, and pie ala mode.
Fully sated and needing to loosen our belts, we take a short walk. The sun has just set and the lights are coming on everywhere. It’s a perfect ending to a perfect stay in Victoria.
Lynda BognerButchart gardens are amazing. I was there about 30 years ago. Always changing. Beautiful pictures Reply to this comment 5 days ago
Amber StarfireTo Lynda BognerThanks, Lynda. Yes, always beautiful. If I lived here I’ve get an annual pass just to see how it changes through the seasons. Reply to this comment 5 days ago
