Sexy Laundry Playing at Penticton’s Cannery

Posted July 29, 2008 by Rosalind Gardner · Filed Under At Home, Entertainment

Ed and I are always SOOOOO impressed by the theatrical productions put on here in Penticton and Michele Riml’s ‘Sexy Laundry’ was no exception.

Starring Eric Hanston (Henry) and Jeanne Wnuk (Alice) and directed by Ed Schneider, Sexy Laundry had us roaring with laughter almost throughout.

Sexy Laundry is a one act, 90-minute play set in an upscale hotel room that Alice has rented for the weekend in hopes of reconnecting with her husband. She’s brought a well-worn copy of Sex for Dummies with her and tries to encourage Henry to participate in some of the exercises recommended in the book.

Henry, who doesn’t see a problem with their relationship, is reluctant to participate however and carps about the hotel’s shortcomings instead.

The results are absolutely hilarious. Henry’s dance scene had me laughing so hard there were tears rolling down my face.

If you happen to be in Penticton, this play is a must-see. Sexy Laundry plays at The Cannery Stage on Thursday, Friday, Saturday evenings at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. until Aug. 2nd, 2008. Tickets for this Many Hats Theatre Company production are available at the Can Coffee Company, 1475 Fairview Road, Penticton or can be reserved by phone at 250-493-3044 (no credit card required.)

Please note that Sexy Laundry contains adult language and deals with mature themes.

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The Doggy Beach at Okanagan Falls

Posted July 22, 2008 by Rosalind Gardner · Filed Under At Home

The beach at Okanagan Falls, British Columbia (about 20 minutes drive from where I live) is one of my favorite beaches in the Okanagan. The views are spectacular, the beach is never crowded and a good portion of it has been set aside as a dog beach.

So, when our friends Martin and Jennifer entrusted us with the care of our ‘dog goddaughter’ Chinook this past weekend, we were quick to hop in the convertible and take her down to the beach at Okanagan Falls for some fun and sun.

Although huskies aren’t typically water dogs, as soon as we got to the beach, Chinook ran straight into Skaha Lake to cool off after the hot drive down. She chased and retrieved sticks thrown into the water and had fun with a bunch of other dogs who were also down at the beach with their owners.

After she was all tuckered out, she did the ‘girly thing’ with me and chilled out on her blankie in the grass — when she wasn’t checking out the boys from behind her Maui Jim’s.

You can see all of the pictures that we took on our outing to the doggy beach at Okanagan Falls here.

Priority Screening Now Available at Some Canadian Airports

Posted July 3, 2008 by Rosalind Gardner · Filed Under Travel Tips

Here’s the second portion of the message that I received from Air Canada today…

…enjoy the convenience of Priority Security Clearance when you travel in Executive Class or Executive First from select Canadian, U.S. and international airports.

Priority Security Clearance lanes have recently been introduced in Toronto. The new Pearson Priority - Air Canada Priority Lanes are now available and fully operational. These lanes are designed to expedite your entry to airport security screening zones via a clearly indicated, separate pre-board access lane, allowing you to arrive at your boarding gate more quickly. Montreal, Ottawa, Vancouver and Edmonton also have Priority Security Clearance lanes, with more coming soon to other Canadian airports.

Again, FINALLY!!

I’ve enjoyed that privilege from time to time flying out of Las Vegas (where it is sorely needed) and it’s a complete blessing.

Instead of spending 20 to 30 minutes shuffling through the security line, you’re through in 5 minutes.

There are a LOT of things that you can do with that extra time, not least of all grab a drink or a bite to eat… the latter of which of course isn’t available on too many airlines nowadays.

Air Canada Introduces Priority Boarding

Posted July 3, 2008 by Rosalind Gardner · Filed Under Travel Tips

The following is a portion of a notice that Air Canada sent to its ‘Prestige’ class members:

“Priority Boarding is now available for travel within Canada and to the U.S. when you fly in Latitude, Executive Class or Executive First®. This exclusive privilege minimizes your waiting time at the airport by letting you board first, or at your leisure.”

Well HURRAY and FINALLY!

United Airlines has been giving boarding preference to its loyal customers for the longest time already, so I’m glad that Air Canada finally woke up.

But then again, because no one ever actually boards by seat and row number in Canada anyway - because the agents won’t turn anyone out of line regardless of the fact that their row hasn’t been called - what difference will it make? I’ll still be looking for a place to stow my stuff in an overhead bin that isn’t anywhere near my seat.

Kayaking on Vaseux Lake

Posted July 2, 2008 by Rosalind Gardner · Filed Under Adventures

After an attempt at rolling his new kayak in our swimming pool, Landlubber Ed (who does not swim and has only been in a kayak once before) decided that what with wearing his new Mountain Equipment Co-op PFD (which he calls a PDF) he was more than ready to brave the waters of Vaseux Lake for our inaugural voyage.

As you can see in the next picture, Ed’s attempt to roll the kayak was well… unsuccessful …

A Prescription for Sunburn and Heat Exhaustion

Posted July 2, 2008 by Rosalind Gardner · Filed Under Health, Travel Tips

Up until now, I’ve been surnburned only once in my life — after sitting in the Mediterranean sun for hours the day after our arrival on the Costa del Sol. That happened when I was 14.

Now fast forward 34 years. What with a huge landscape project underway, trying to get the house and garden ready for our annual Canada Day Eve block party and a planned family visit, I pulled a really stupid move last week.

With temperatures soaring to 100F and not a cloud in the sky, I spent hour after hour over the course of a few days working in the garden wearing only shorts and a bikini top.

No hat, no sunblock and much to my surprise, not only was my back deep-fried, I had a case of heat exhaustion that lasted for 4 days.

Let me tell you, it’s not fun.

According to MedicineNet, “heat exhaustion is a milder form of heat-related illness that can develop after several days of exposure to high temperatures and inadequate or unbalanced replacement of fluids. Those most prone to heat exhaustion are elderly people, people with high blood pressure, and people working or exercising in a hot environment“.

The symptons include:

heavy sweating
paleness
muscle cramps
tiredness
weakness
dizziness
headache
nausea or vomiting
fainting

I fortunately was spared the fainting, nausea and vomiting; but got the rest in spades. Luckily, we have a pool in which I took regular cool dips and air conditioning, which of which are part of the recommended treatment.

Do yourself a favor and spare yourself the pain of it all… sunburn and/or heat exhaustion. Wear a hat, proper skin protection and sun block.

Magellan’s carries a vast array of Sun Protection products including fabulous Packable Straw Hats and Sunblock Shirts… both of which were in my closet.

Duh.

Security Tight at Canada Day Eve Block Party

Posted July 2, 2008 by Rosalind Gardner · Filed Under At Home

For the 3rd year running we held a block party to celebrate Canada’s birthday and our incredible good fortune at being able to reside in the country’s best town and province - Penticton, British Columbia.

OK, so maybe we’re just a little biased, but hey, the word ‘Penticton‘, derived from a word in the Okanagan language, means “a place to stay forever” and such claims aren’t made lightly. Personally, I refer to it as ‘Perfection, British Columbia‘. Mountains, big lakes and hot dry weather that give us cherries and wine as well as opportunities for hiking, biking and boating … what more could anyone ask for?

Anyway, in the party invitation, I’d warned folks that our good friend and neighbour RCMP Constable Marty would “be on hand to serve and protect prudish Canadian dignity, so please bring bathing attire and a towel if you plan to use the pool“, but I didn’t expect that he would show up completely decked out in his RCMP red serge uniform.

Many thanks to Martin for such a wonderful and fun surprise - especially considering the 34C (93F) temperatures!! For the ladies, there’s nothing quite like a man in uniform (Martin cuts a truly fine figure) and the guys were all agog over his numerous service badges. We’ll just ignore the fact that he returned sporting a Montreal Canadiens hockey jersey to counter Ed’s Toronto Maple Leaf’s deck chair.

That evening we enjoyed good food and fun with our neighbours and friends and then spent Canada Day taking in the festivities around Penticton and Naramata. As ever, there were bands entertaining the crowds in Gyro Park, a climbing wall as well as all the usual food concessions, including the not-to-be-missed Mimi’s Mini Donuts.