feburary 2010

Busy month here in Banff. I still work no where near as much as i ever have previously while living overseas but time is filled with days of snowboarding and trips into Calgary or Canmore to fix our car. Successfully however, this month we have managed to fix all the little things with the '91 Honda civic, and are safe and legal on Canadian roads now! Wooohoo!One trip to Calgary this month was most triumphant, with a visit to a 'real' thrift store/Op shop. Carl and I picked up some RIDICULOUS bargains; including a hoover vaccuum for $5, a Hamilton Beach blender looks like brand new - $5! and ski racks for the car! I also got a brown 100% leather jacket for $4!!! woohoo

This month we have found a new place to move which will be amazing for the summer weather as it has full views nearly 360' of the mountains around town. It is a brand new bulding with a big balcony and we move in at the end of this month so now we have to say bye bye to this apartment which has been perfect for the winter. An oversized basement apartment with lots of character :(

Yesterday, Karleigh, Danny, Carl and I went to Kicking Horse resort. It is about two hours away in BC and known for its long runs that cater to advanced skiers and riders.

 The day started out a bit challenging as we took some wrong turns, but at the end of the day we were shocked as to where the time had gone and i think we all had a great if challenging time carving it up down the steep slopes.

And finally, here is my first humus ever - yes a bit late in life, but i have just never gotten around to it. It turned out really great with a bit of a fresh green chilli thrown in there and loads of garlic and some horseradish. yum yum! this was a perfect accompaniment to the Paella that Carl was cooking for dinner later this evening. delicious also!