Overview of Website Content as of May 2025

Since my last update in August of 2024 there has been quite a bit of change. I have a new hip, I was in the hospital for 13 days with pneumonia, I sold my boat.

There was no new activity in the Letters to Valerie section, but the approximately 100 tributes to her added in 2022 still continue to be a great comfort to me. It reminds me when that she is part of who I am today and that I remain eternally grateful to have had 31 years with her.

The music section saw additions of four new self written songs as well as some covers of classics.

There was boating activity – mostly in the local area and mostly day trips with three or four overnight journeys. Jan and Dave lived on the boat for a week when they were here in late July. Crab and prawn trapping were on the schedule. I became a member of the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club (RVYC) and am enjoying its facilities.

Healthy living remains a goal. My hip replacement was on September 20, 2024. As my doctor said, ‘Brian, it will change your life!’…..and it did!!! Through a combination of approaches (food choices, portion control, ozempic, hospital stay), I have lost some weight - and will continue to aim 40 or 50 pounds lower over the next five years. I added a couple of new pieces of art, which I am enjoying.

My attempt to include more Reflections over the period foundered. Ill try to do better.