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Jasper in June (Part 9) – Time for Reflection

As I took my early morning stroll down to the lake on the second morning, I thought it was just another windy day, as I saw ripples near the far shore. When I got closer, I realized it was a great day to reflect and be in the moment….

Time for Reflection

Beside calm water

of this pretty mountain lake.

Be in the moment.

clear cloudy water
how Lowe can you go?
even lower
I’ve looked at clouds from both sides now….
fresh dusting of snow adorning mountain peaks
hey there, small fry!

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Not much to tell. After working for 3 companies over 43+ years (38 years 7 months with my last company), I finally got that promotion I had waited my entire career for……retirement. I have been exploring this new career for the past 7+ years and while it is not always exciting, the chance to do what I want for myself and my family instead of what my company wants has been very fulfilling. Early on, there was a long list of projects in my “to-do” hopper and I attacked these projects with a vengeance for the first 9 months of retirement. Eventually, my brain told me that this was not what retirement was about, so it took me another 5 months before my industriousness again took over and I attacked another line of projects, this time somewhat shorter and less complicated, as well as many new projects related to the family weddings in 2016. After going hard for 6 weeks and 3 weddings, my body was telling me to relax, then the flu bug hit and as soon as that was done with me, my sciatic acted up. No rest for the wicked. In 2020 and 2021, the Covid 19 pandemic changed the whole retirement gig. I was lucky to not be still working, for sure. I enjoy photography, gardening, working with my hands, walking, cycling, skiing, travelling, reading and creating special photo and video productions obtained in my first pastime. I may never become wealthy in any of these pursuits, but I already feel I am rich in life experiences far beyond any expectation.

14 thoughts on “Jasper in June (Part 9) – Time for Reflection”

    1. It was a perfect getaway, for sure. The cooler temps were better for our hiking comfort. Thanks for reading and commenting Crystal. Wishing you and your family a Happy 4th of July. Allan

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  2. Jasper in summer time looks very lovely, what a beautiful place to photograph! I could easily stay in this place and be forever grateful to be alive. Thanks for sharing and inspiring. Take care 😊 Aiva

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    1. It is. Most tourists tend to travel to its more famous cousin, Banff National Park. As a result, Banff, Banff National Park and Lake Louise are usually mobbed, leaving Jasper more uncrowded and serene. I always compare the two….Banff is a shopping center with beautiful mountain scenery…Jasper is the way the National Parks used to be. We hope to get a cabin there again in the fall. That will be the extent of our big travels this year. Thanks for reading Aiva and have a great weekend. Allan

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    1. Hi Marcus. Thanks for reading and commenting. Our Canada Day celebrations were a bit dampened this year, both by Covid and rain. Hopefully our friends down South will be able to celebrate the 4th safely. Hope all is well with you. Allan

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