Spring Interlude

Nanaimo

It is spring in Nanaimo (and everywhere else, as of the weekend).

As you may already know, it is a pretty exciting place. The traffic never stops and everything is rush, rush, rush.
OK, maybe a little exaggeration. The pubs here at the marina are usually empty by 10 PM, even on the weekends, which should tell you something about the place. Of course, that will all change come summer.

Since we got back, we faced a few days of dreary rain, followed by a few days of gorgeous sunshine, followed by a couple of days of dreary rain, followed by more days of sun, etc. Typical Nanaimo spring. In reality, we have not been getting a lot done. I think the fact that we have to go back to Edmonton in a couple of days has made us feel as if we are not yet here to stay. We keep saying that as soon as we get back, we will seriously tackle the list of boat jobs that has been accumulating. That is not to say that we are not doing our research of course. I like to think that every 1-day job requires at least 2 days of thought before jumping in and making any hasty decisions or repairs.

However, as I write this, Sue is out on deck stripping stain off the woodwork. A few minutes ago it was a beautiful clear-blue sunny day. Suddenly clouds are rolling in and rain looks imminent, so I am not sure how long she will last out there, but it is a noble effort none the less.

Welcome to Nanaimo. If you don't like the weather, just wait a few minutes.