MY FAVORITE PLACE to visit is Kwomais Point Park in the small community of Ocean Park overlooking Semiahmoo Bay in Surrey, BC. There are a couple of places to sit after a long stroll. Last week I headed for the bench-swing I am told was donated by someone in the neighborhood.
When I got there, the serene setting I am accustomed to was a bit faded.
Although the scenery and bench were still there, I was surprised to find this ...
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and this.
I learned the park is undergoing reconstruction that should ultimately be a positive change for people and local wildlife. A planned platform will nudge outward by a few feet towards the bay so folks can more easily enjoy the view when scanning the horizon for eagles and whales.
One of several ongoing projects to the park, this facet is scheduled for completion within a month ... just in time to make the autumn sunsets of last year appear more golden to those who like to soak in such beautiful things.Explorers can discover more sites from around the globe at My World.
Ouch, when I saw your first picture of the machinery, my heart (or my stomach, I'm not sure which) did a flip-flop at the idea of construction in the park. By the time I get out there again, the work should be done and maybe we can watch a sunset together from the new platform. (Perhaps we can take Jasper along on the walk, as long as he doesn't miss his supper by going with us.)
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I love benches, too! I guess many of us are experiencing "reconstruction" in our worlds these days. Marvelous captures! Hope you have a great week!
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your world is pretty scenic. nice to see reconstruction in motion. that sunset is pretty.
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That bench looks very comfortable! The sunset is gorgeous!
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ReplyDeletebeautiful vistas, the changes i'm sure will be even more open and accessible in the future :)
Marvelous swing bench, Penelope! And beautiful photos except for the construction work. maybe they are building something wonderful! :) Thanks for commenting at My World.
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Very nice posting - I love visitng everyone tells us about their world.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a beautiful park and I hope the work they are doing on it will be finished soon so you can sit on the bench in peace.
ReplyDeleteNICE! I envy you your perfect spot to take in beautiful sunsets.
ReplyDeleteI've always wanted to visit BC. Your sunset shot is amazing!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful bench and view.
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That bench swing still looks comfy. Except for the machinery, your world is very scenic. Hope the planned platform turns out to be a welcome addition.
ReplyDeleteThat platform sounds a wonderful idea! And I love the bench swing - so much more comfortable than an ordinary park bench.
ReplyDeleteOh, I know that spot, Penelope..thank goodness it's just an upgrade going on!
ReplyDeleteThe new viewing platform sounds grand. My husband and I will check it out when it's done.
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Beautiful views and happy to know they're simply improving them.
ReplyDeletethe sofa is eqipped sith small tables. I never seen that before. Nice. Looks like a good place to spend the day.
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Beautiful park. I hope in the name of development they will not spoil it.
ReplyDeletethe bench/swing is lovely--it's romantic.:p
ReplyDeletethe view is fantastic. i'll be looking forward to see the renovated park.:p
thanks for sharing your beautiful world, very scenic.
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