Photo of the month: SNOW!

By Celine -

I am unsure how many people actually read my blog. But if you have, I mentioned way too many times that one of the reasons I decided to stay in Canada is because of the seasons. This month Vancouver got its once a week dose of snow.

February Snow at Vancouver School Board Park

It's amusing to see that a week before this photo we've had so much sunshine.

February Clear Sunny Day at Vancouver School Board Park

Happy Snow Day!


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