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Photos from Our Front Deck

Brenda May — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 07:48:28 +0000

Over the years, I have been amazed at the everchanging view from our ocean front dek. I have added a few beautiful pictures that I have taken. I hope you enjoy then as much as I do!

Cruising the Caribbean October 21-30, 2007

Brenda May — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 02:27:13 +0000

This is my first cruise! Rick and I and Patrick and Kathy are on our way to the Caribbean where the weather is hot! hot! hot! New camera, new clothes, lots of $$$, life is good!

We sailed from Ft. Lauderdale about the Carnival Miracle. Our cabin had a balcony – the only way to go! Lots of closet space for all those dresses and shoes! We packed way too much! Those early morning cups of coffee and late night cocktails, sitting on our deck chairs, watching the ocean waves gently rolling by…………..

After sailing for two days, we arrived at the beautiful island of St. Maarten. This was by far the best port on out trip! The people are gentle and friendly, the scenery is outstanding and the mood is charming. We enjoyed buttery croissants and delicious coffee on the French side, travelled uphill to Fort Louis, and spent a charismatic hour at the Butterfly Farm.

None of us liked St. Lucia and few of our fellow shipmates had anything favorable to say about the island. We did take a taxi to Marigot Bay – it was pretty but had a definite “cold” feeling.

Last stop was St. Kitts. Such a pretty and friendly island. Food was really good and the local Caribe beer was excellent!

We had our photos taken on the first formal night – what a lovely evening.

We celebrated Rick’s 62nd birthday and Kathy’s 30th birthday at Nick and Nora’s Restaurant at the top of the ship. It was definitely one of the most beautiful restaurants I have even been to and the food and service were excellent!
On our last night aboard, we sat in our cabin at midnight and ate the rest of the birthday cake.
Looking forward to the next cruise!!!

Great Scenes

Brenda May — Tue, 30 Nov 1999 08:00:00 +0000

I have always enjoyed taking pictures. We live in a beautiful townhouse on the Dyke in Steveston, B.C. The ocean is just across the front deck. Beautiful sunsets and sunrises, birds chirping hello to the morning and the amazing sound and view as huge ships travel across our view. This is the most peaceful house I have ever lived in!

Golfing in Loretto, Mexico was outstanding.

Rick and Brenda May

Brenda May — Sat, 13 Oct 2007 05:20:21 +0000

Rick and I met at a real barn dance on May 6, 1994. We saw each other across the room while line dancing. Rick’s cousin Jan invited me to the barn dance and the rest is history! Our courtship was whirlwind and we married in Mazatlan, Mexico on December 25th, 1994. This is the 13th year we have been married and we are still in love!

Patrick & Kathy Engaged and Patrick 30. Brenda 57

Brenda May — Sun, 29 Jul 2007 15:07:02 +0000

Patrick and I were born on the same day! On July 29, 2007, Patrick turned 30 and I turned 57. We had a great dinner at The Grizzlay House in Banff. We all stayed at the beautiful and luxurious Rimrock Hotel. At the dinner, Patrick and Kathy announced their engagement! As a mother, I am thrilled- I know that Patrick is very happy. As a future mother-in-law, I thnk that Kathy will be a great daughter-in law. ><

Christmas 2006

Brenda May — Mon, 25 Dec 2006 22:44:32 +0000

Christmas in Richmond with Rick and Brenda May, Patrick Audley and Kathy Chernipeski, and Dennis Mirva.

Puerto Vallarta 2006

Brenda May — Sun, 22 Oct 2006 22:46:22 +0000

In October 2006, Rick, Patrick and I vacationed in Puerto Vallarta. We stayed at a beautiful spa called Villa Premiere. The Villa has only 64 rooms and each suite is spectacular! The view is incredible. I have never stayed in Mexico in such a glorious hotel. Around the pool and on the private beach, are white cabanas. Each cabana holds a double bed that sways gently in the breeze – white curtains can be pulled around the bed for privacy. Service was great although we generally dined outside the hotel. So may restaurants to choose from…. We toured a tequila factory and brought home some very old and smooth varieties of the drink. All in all, it was a truly perfect holiday!

Meeting Kathy, Patrick’s steady girlfriend, in 2006

Brenda May — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 04:38:18 +0000

Patrick brought Kathy to meet Rick and I in the summer of 2006. We had lunch at the golf course, Mayfair Lakes, and the sat out on the deck at home in the sun. She is a really sweet girl and beautiful young lady. And – Kathy has a very unique laugh!

Kootenays 2006

Brenda May — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 03:26:10 +0000

n the summer of 2006, Rick and I flew to the Kootenays in southern BC. Many “hippies” of the 1960’s lived here. The ferries are quaint and we even found a brothel in an old ghost town. Harry Potter brooms are made just outside of Nelson.

Christmas 2005

Brenda May — Mon, 26 Dec 2005 04:12:51 +0000