Unique Signs Photo Hunt

This weeks Photohunt Theme is Unique or Funny Signs.

I think this image could fall into both.

Have you ever seen a trash bin with more than 13 different language translations on it? I found this sign while on my trip to Switzerland this past March, talk about unique and a bit funny.

It was a first to me, talk about unique!

Flashback - Switzerland Vacation

I've been back in Canada safe and sound for 20 days now. After getting back, I've had to go back to the real world the next day, jet lagged, hungry and definitely missing Switzerland's tastes and treats. Factor in doing two sets of my own taxes, a few chores to catch up on, and we've got a very tired ET.

I still have to go through many of my photos, which at least have been uploaded, and send out a few Cd's to a select few who deserve one. I was out with my camera practically every day which is very good for me. The first place where I landed is where I will start, in Zurich where Easter holiday travels were in full swing.

My trip officially began after work on P's birthday on March 19th and ended upon return the evening of March 31st, a very short trip in all!

I started off with a near full moon and a beautiful window view.

You know you are back in Switzerland
when you drive through a tunnel.
I actually missed them a bit.

Back to the comforts of What Switzerland looks like.

Finally seeing what I missed so much:
Comforts of Swiss Buildings and Pastures

A few short cuts through town while dealing
with Easter travels and delays.

After a wonderful ride back "home" to Lenzburg, I was greeted and offered a homemade tarte flambee, which I graciously ate without hesitation. (Now I wish I had taken a photo to show how delicious it was, but a bit of fatigue took over and that never happened.)

We also knew we were waking up very early the next morning to pick up my dear friend Sylvie from her journey to Switzerland. I had arrived 12 hours earlier than her.

We woke up to a surprising dumping of snow,
which I was shocked at (but I think most everyone was too.)

PFlight and the beautiful Hybrid Honda Civic.



After picking up Sylvie from the Zurich airport, we mutually decided the only reasonable place to hang out was at the Zurach thermal bath.


And what a wonderful way to start our vacation off, pampering and relaxing!

So off we go to Zurzach bad

Sorry I don't have any water photos during our stay,
but I can show you what the weather was like outside.

After a much needed nap, dinner was ready and it was incredible!

Compliments of Pflight Tuscany Tuna

Sylvie and I were quite content with our first full day in Switzerland.

Thirteen Photohunt

Photo Hunt - Thirteen

The only thing I could think of for this one is finding 13 windows from Switzerland. Actually I could use the photo I want for the next photo hunt, but I'd rather save it for next week...

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And My Heart Melts

This is probably why I love Switzerland so much and I know at least one other person enjoys this photo and watching this site as much as me.

Tax Deadlines

It's the ever dreaded tax season and I have a total of 2 sets to complete. The good news is that the first set is already mailed off and now the second set needs to be finished. But I think it can wait until the weekend. Or at least another day.

In the mean time. Enjoy from Interlaken.

parting shots from my snowshoeing trip.

Twisted Photo Hunt

This weeks Photohunt Theme is Twisted

Seeing that I haven't said much about my wonderful trip to Switzerland, I figured I would at least have to show off some of the photos from the trip within the Photo Hunt.

Twists in a design from Aarau, Switzerland

When you visit this city, you must always look up. All of the overhangs are painted with beautiful designs, some twisted of course. I knew this already so of course I really kept a close eye on all of the beautiful designs from above.

These were two of my random favorites.

A Personal DNA Test

I decided with the help of Sabine that I needed to take this test. One thing is for certain, we both are homesick for Switzerland.

You are an Attentive Inventor.

You are an Inventor
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Your imagination, self-reliance, openness to new things, and appreciation for utility combine to make you an INVENTOR.
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You have the confidence to make your visions into reality, and you are willing to consider many alternatives to get that done.
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The full spectrum of possibilities in the world intrigues you—you're not limited by pre-conceived notions of how things should be.
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Problem-solving is a specialty of yours, owing to your persistence, curiosity, and understanding of how things work.
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Your vision allows you to identify what's missing from a given situation, and your creativity allows you to fill in the gaps.
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Your awareness of how things function gives you the ability to come up with new uses for common objects.
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It is more interesting for you to pursue excitement than it is to get caught up in a routine.
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Although understanding details is not difficult for you, you specialize in seeing the bigger picture and don't get caught up in specifics.
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You tend to more proactive than reactive—you don't just wait for things to come to you.
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You're not afraid to let your emotions guide you, and you're generally considerate of others' feelings as well.
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Generally, you believe that you control your life, and that external forces only play a limited role in determining what happens to you.
If you want to be different:
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Try applying your creativity to more artistic arenas, and letting your imagination take less practical forms.
how you relate to others
You are Attentive
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Because you like spending time with others, understand their feelings, and often know what is best for them, you are ATTENTIVE.
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Some people are merely concerned about others, but you take action, helping people when you have the opportunity.
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Although you care about others, you are hesitant to trust them to act in the best way on their own.
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You don't let your concerns with people go unnoticed: if someone has hurt your feelings, that person will hear about it.
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People energize and excite you—you are able to have fun and be yourself when you're around others.
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You also learn a lot about yourself by talking things out with people, even if you don't always share things that are important to you.
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You have a strong sense of right and wrong, and you're not hesitant to express yourself.
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Understanding the dynamics of a situation is an important skill that you have, and you often intervene to clarify things for others.
If you want to be different:
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You care about people, but finding the ones you can truly trust will allow you to get closer to them.
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While you have strong opinions about what is right and wrong in the world, you risk coming across as judgmental—be sure to consider different perspectives when voicing your opinion.

More results

Impressions from Switzerland

A collection of a few photos from the trip

Spring in Lenzburg

Dried Fruit - Zurich

Vevey Flowers

Interlaken area

Montreux - 7 year old style

My old view back

A Chocolate Lovers Deal

I'm a big fan of dark chocolate. But really how could I not be a chocolate lover after living in Switzerland!!!

Ever since my stint in Switzerland, I have needed my chocolate fix almost daily, just one taste will usually do. When I saw the post on Wet Coast Women, I jumped at the chance to get my free chocolate fix**. It only took about 2 minutes of my time.

If you’re a female fan of 71% cocoa premium dark chocolate as well and fit the below criteria, you could receive your “Dove® Pleasure Kit”:

* Are female
* A chocolate lover
* Live in urban Toronto, Montreal or Vancouver
* Are between the ages of 25 and 45
* Are socially active online/offline
* Talk/blog about it whenever the opportunity arises

What’s in it for you?

Should you qualify for our program*, we will send you your very own Dove® Pleasure Kit, including Dove® chocolate in all flavors and formats – for FREE!

What’s the catch?

There is no catch - Dove® Pleasure Kit is that you enjoy the chocolate, share it with your friends, talk about it whenever the opportunity arises, and provide us with your honest feedback about your experience. The end goal is of initiating word of mouth and awareness for the product.

If you are interested in this program and feel you fit the above criteria just fill in the survey to see if you qualify!

** Easter bunny was a present from Plfight2000 during my Swiss vacation in March 2008.

Photo Hunt Glass

Back from Vacation and definitely
ready to share what I saw with you...

This weeks Photohunt Theme is Glass

Window Shopping has many meanings.
Reflections in the glass.

I'm Back

Just a quick note that I've made it back to sunny Vancouver. Enjoyed the time away from the computer. Now I must concentrate on taxes before uploading photos..

Will hopefully be able to send a few teasers from the trip...


On top of the world. Near Interlaken Switzerland snowshoeing.



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