14 June 2010 - Our last stop of the day was the Peach Arch Provincial Park, where the arch stands as a landmark of peace between Canada and USA. Dating back to the 1800s, this area might have been a war zone between Britain and USA until the Treaty of Ghent was signed.
I was pretty amazed at myself for not getting sick of parks and gardens since we were spending the whole day at either of the two sorts. Instead, I felt a sense of freedom, watching the flowers, fountains and oceans of lawn! Not having to worry about what is to be done next, of the emails that was piling in my inbox or about job security is a bliss to be had for a while.
There was an Indian couple in their traditional attire having their wedding pictures by a hired photographer. The beautiful weather (though still cold) and the summer flowers in full bloom would have accentuate the romance in the photos. Here I am thinking of that song "Love is in the air".
A board detailing the history of Peace Arch
A map of Peace Arch Provincial Park, showing it being shared between Canada and US
Peace Arch Park signboard
Coniferous cedar and other trees
Uncle, aunt and mum walking towards the arch
Peach Arch with the inscription "Brethen. Dwelling. Together. In. Unity". The Canada flag is hoisted on the Canadian side of the border while the US flag on the other side.
Floral arrangement of the flag of Canada on this side of the park and on the other side, the flag of USA
My sister attempting a jump shot
Under the arch, about to step into Washington, US
We are now in US. A board stating that the highway is a Blue Star Memorial Highway, a tribute to the Armed Forces that defended USA
Peace Arch beside Semiahmoo Bay
The arch looked as though it is being sheltered by the two tall trees
Portable washrooms
Fiery-coloured like firecrackers, Kniphofia (Tritoma, Red hot poker, Torch lily, Poker plant)
Red Salvia
Wild Lilac
Statue of standing dogs in blue robes that symbolise guardians
Sun rays penetrating through the clouds onto Semiahmoo Bay
Weeping Atlas Cedar
Garden in the park
Tree trunk of weeping cedar
Weeping cedar tree
Cars in queue at the Canada Custom and Immigration
Interesting car license plate
I love watching this. It's a pretty scene which makes me feel hopeful and corny as it may sound, I get these imagination of angels descending with the rays, a result of too much TV!
We had aunt's home cooking to enjoy for dinner and this! Raspberry Icecream cake! So very yummy!
Me and Leo. I now know a cat and a dog named Leo!
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