So who ordered the snow?

as most of you know, I live here on the west coast of Canada, in a province called British Columbia. I am unsure though, if you are aware that we are known for how much rain we get here. We are located near some natural rain forests, and are known for the amount of rain we see each year. Alot of people who come to visit or live are always amazed at first with just how much. But I can say, that unlike some other provinces with warmer/hotter weather, our grass does stay greener! lol (this is a joke by the way and not meant to offend anyone else in any other province/location)

Woke up this morning, got ready to head to work, got my daughter dressed in pants and long shirt because it was raining. She insisted on bringing her umbrella (this has to be a "must have' accessory for any almost 5 year old girl) and we head outside. As I get to the car, I started to get really wet and hat to put the hood of my jacket on! I thought I was caught in a down pour and quickly jumped into the car, after making sure my daughter was in at first. Turn car on, and start driving. Notice the snow/sleet on the windshield and point it out to my daughter who is excited to see it (like any kid, LOVES the snow!)

I am shocked. Here, its mostly rain, clouds or sun, but at this time of year is more rare for snow! Not to mention all of our flowers are starting to come up, people have been outside cutting their lawns... strange!

As most know, I am always looking for stories of inspiration. Ones that will provide insight or hope to situations/events and people alike. It can be about trying to conceive, lessons you have learned in life and how its shaped you into the person you are today, as well as encounters you might have experienced with loved ones who have passed over. As usual, if posted here on the blog, will trade you for a FREE prediction bypass reading (value 8.00 Canadian) and you can remain "anon" as well if that is your preference. Just email cheri22@gmail.com with "inspiration" or "storey" in your subject line and I will be sure to locate it.

To end this blog for today, here are some fun facts about the area I live in. This city is listed as Vancouver, I am not "in" Vancouver, but its considered the Vancouver area, or Lower Mainland:)

Vancouver
Province: British Columbia
Country: Canada
Vancouver By The Numbers:Population: 545,671; 1,986,695 metro area
Average Annual Rainfall: 44 inches/112 centimeters
Average Annual Snowfall: 22 inches/56 centimeters
Average January Temperature: 37 degrees F/3 degrees C
Average July Temperature: 63 degrees F/17 degrees C
Quick Facts Major Industries: Tourism, Forestry, Retail, Financial
Services Electricity: 110 volts, 60 Hz; standard flat two-pin prongs
Time Zone: GMT 7, GMT 8 between April and October
Country Dialing Code: 1
Area Code: 604
Did You Know? The World Council of Cities ranked Vancouver second in the world for quality of life, and 'Outside' magazine voted it one of the ten best cities in the world to live in.
Orientation: Vancouver glows on the southeastern edge of British Columbia on Canada's west coast.
The Coast Mountains frontier its northern and eastern margins, while Vancouver Island buoys to the west across the Strait of Georgia. The United States border is just 25 miles/40 kilometers to the south.